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    Dal

    /dɑːl/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    A type of legume or lentil commonly used in South Asian cuisine, often prepared as a thick stew.
    For dinner, we had a delicious bowl of dal served with rice and naan.
    A dish made from cooked lentils or pulses, seasoned and often accompanied by rice or bread.
    Dal is a staple in Indian households, enjoyed for its rich flavor and high protein content.
    The term used in Indian cooking to refer to both the lentils themselves and the dishes made from them.
    She mixed various types of dal to create a colorful and nutritious meal.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Sanskrit word 'dāla', meaning 'split', referring to the legumes that are split before cooking.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    dal chawal:
    A common South Asian meal consisting of dal and rice.
    sweet dal:
    A sweeter version of dal often made with jaggery or sugar.

    Related Words

    lentil
    A type of legume, often used in making dal.
    pulses
    Legumes such as lentils, peas, and beans, which are used to make various types of dal.
    curried dal
    A variation of dal made with curry spices.

    Slang Meanings

    In some contexts, dal can refer to a cheap or basic meal.
    After a long day, I just had some dal and rice for dinner.
    A term sometimes used to describe someone who is simple or down-to-earth.
    He's just a dal kind of guy, nothing fancy.