Definition

A type of oven that is shaped like a cylinder and made from clay, used for cooking food at high temperatures, especially in Indian cuisine.

Example

The chef baked naan in the tandoor, giving it a unique smoky flavor.

Conversation

Have you ever tried cooking in a tandoor?

No, I haven't, but I've heard it makes the food taste amazing.

You should definitely give it a shot; the bread comes out so fluffy!

That sounds delicious! I’ll look for a place that has a tandoor.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Tandoor originates from the Persian word 'tandūr' (meaning oven or furnace), which is derived from the ancient Indo-Iranian root 'tand' (meaning to burn). The word 'tandoor' refers to a cylindrical clay oven used for cooking, particularly in South Asian and Middle Eastern cuisines.

Memory Tip

Imagine a traditional oven that 'burns' ('tand') to cook food — that's why 'tandoor' refers to this special type of oven.

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