Definition

A dish made of marinated pieces of meat, usually lamb or beef, that are cooked on a skewer, often served with vegetables.

Example

We enjoyed delicious shashlik at the barbecue last night.

Conversation

Have you ever tried shashlik before?

Yes, I had it for the first time at a friend's barbecue last summer.

It's so delicious, especially when it's grilled with fresh vegetables.

Absolutely! I love how smoky and tender the meat tastes.

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Root Explanation

Shashlik originates from Russian 'шашлык' (shashlyk), which refers to skewered and grilled meat. The term is derived from the Tatar word 'şäşlik', meaning a skewer or a piece of meat on a skewer. The word describes a popular dish of marinated meat cooked on a skewer over an open flame.

Memory Tip

Imagine skewered meat being grilled over an open flame, which helps you remember that 'shashlik' refers to this delicious dish of grilled meat.

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