Definition

A large, thin, and crispy bread made from lentil flour, often served as a snack or side dish in Indian cuisine.

Example

We enjoyed our meal with a side of crispy poppadom and chutney.

Conversation

Have you ever tried a poppadom with your curry?

Yeah, I love how crispy they are!

They're the perfect side, especially with some chutney.

Absolutely! I could eat them all day.

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Root Explanation

Poppadom originates from the Hindi word 'papad' (meaning a thin, crisp disc of dough) combined with the suffix '-dom' (meaning state or condition). The word 'poppadom' refers to the state or condition of being a thin, crisp disc, typically served as a snack or accompaniment in Indian cuisine.

Memory Tip

Think of 'papad' as a thin, crisp disc, and remember that 'poppadom' refers to that delicious snack you enjoy with your meal.

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