Curry

/ˈkɜːri/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A dish of meat, vegetables, etc., prepared with the spice blend known as curry powder, often served with rice.

I ordered a chicken curry with naan at the restaurant.

A variety of preparations seasoned with spices, typically from South Asian cuisine.

The vegetarian curry was loaded with chickpeas and spinach.

verb

To prepare (food) with curry powder or a mixture of spices.

She decided to curry the beef with coconut milk and spices.

To groom (a horse) with a curry comb.

He took the time to curry his horse before the competition.

From the Tamil word 'kari', meaning 'sauce' or 'relish for rice'.

curry favor:

To seek to win someone's favor through flattery or sycophancy.

curry with a side of rice:

A typical serving suggestion for curry dishes.

Curry as a term of affection or endearment.

She called her pet cat 'curry' because of its warm color.