dal

Mauritian Creole

[dal]

noun
Definitions
  • any of many dried husked pulses (legume), including peas, beans and lentils; dahl
  • a dish made from lentils, cooked with spices, tomatoes and onions etc.

Etymology

Derived from Hindi दाल (daal).

Origin

Hindi

दाल

Gloss

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