Etymology

chaunk

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Today it means: A garnish made by frying mustard seed, asafoetida, and other whole spices in oil or ghee to release the flavours. Can be added to soups, curries, etc., at the end of cooking. Full definition →

Hindi छौंक
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  1. Hindi · borrowed fromछौंक
  2. English todaychaunk

From Hindi छौंक (cha͠uk).

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