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curry

/ˈkʌ.ɹi/
Meanings
  • noun

    A dish that originated in India, typically a complex, rich stew of meat or vegetables, often including spices such as turmeric, curry powder, and chili.

    - "My favorite curry is chicken tikka masala."
    - "I love the spicy flavor of Indian curry."
    - "Can you make a vegetarian curry for me?"
Pronunciation
  1. /ˈkɜ.ɹi/



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  2. /ˈkɜ.ɹi/



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  3. /ˈkɜ.ɹi/



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  5. /ˈkɜ.ɹi/



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Synonyms

Ruby Murray , curry powder , delf , mark , prey , target
Rhymes
Words rhyming with curry
berry , merry , quarry
Variants
List of all variants of curry that leads to same result
curried , curries , curry , currying , currie , curry favor , Curry , John Steuart Curry , curried favor , curries favor , currying favor , curry powder , curry powders
Etymology
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The term 'curry' comes from the Tamil word 'kari', which means sauce or seasoning.

Trivia
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  1. Curry was first introduced to Europe in the late 16th century by the British East India Company.

  2. The hottest curry in the world is the 'Phaal curry', which can reach up to 1 million Scoville heat units.

  3. Curry is also popular in other parts of the world, such as in the Caribbean and in the United Kingdom.

Related Concepts
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  1. curry powder: A spice blend used in the preparation of curry dishes, typically containing turmeric, coriander, cumin, and chili peppers.

  2. Thai curry: A popular variation of curry originating from Thailand, characterized by its use of coconut milk and red or green chili peppers.

Culture
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Curry is an integral part of Indian and Southeast Asian cuisine, with each region having its unique style and variations. It has been used in literature, such as in Rudyard Kipling's 'Jungle Book', and in music, such as in the song 'Curry Favor' by Red Hot Chili Peppers.

How to Memorize "curry"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a colorful Indian marketplace, with vendors selling different spices and ingredients used in curry preparation.
    - Visualize the different colors and textures of various curries, such as yellow turmeric curry or red chili curry.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'curry' with the flavors and aromas of Indian and Southeast Asian cuisine.
    - Think of a warm, spicy, comforting meal when you hear the word 'curry'.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic by remembering the acronym CURRY: Colorful, Unique, Rich, and Spicy.
    - Another mnemonic could be: Curry is a Complex, Rich, and Yummy Indian Dish.

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