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Topic: Food

dextrose

IPA: //ˈdɛkstroʊs//

KK: /ˈdɛkstroʊs/

noun

Definition: A type of sugar that is a form of glucose, often used in food and medical products.

Example: Dextrose is commonly used in sports drinks to provide quick energy.

dhal

IPA: /dɑːl/

KK: /dɑl/

noun

Definition: A type of lentil or pulse that is often cooked and used in Indian and South Asian cuisine, typically served as a stew or side dish.

Example: I made a delicious dhal with spices and served it with rice.

dhansak

IPA: //ˈdæn.sɑːk//

KK: /dænˈsɑk/

noun

Definition: A type of Indian curry made with lentils, vegetables, and spices, often including meat and sometimes gourd or pumpkin.

Example: We enjoyed a delicious dhansak with rice for dinner.

dholl

IPA: //dɔːl//

KK: /dɔl/

noun

Definition: A type of pulse, specifically the dried and split seeds of the pigeon pea, commonly used in Indian cooking to make porridge or other dishes.

Example: In India, people often prepare a delicious curry using dholl as the main ingredient.

dhourra

IPA: //ˈdʊərə//

KK: /dʊrə/

noun

Definition: A type of grain or cereal, often referred to in relation to other grains like durra.

Example: Farmers in the region cultivate dhourra as a staple food crop.

diastatic

IPA: /ˌdaɪəˈstætɪk/

KK: /daɪˈæstætɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a process where enzymes break down starch into sugar, often used in the context of brewing or baking.

Example: The diastatic malt added to the recipe helped to improve the sweetness of the bread.

dibbler

IPA: /ˈdɪb.lər/

KK: /ˈdɪb.lər/

noun

Definition: A person who uses a tool called a dibble, or a small Australian marsupial that looks like a mouse.

Example: The dibbler is known for its unique appearance and behavior in the wild.

dicer

IPA: //ˈdaɪsər//

KK: /ˈdaɪsər/

noun

Definition: A tool used in the kitchen to cut food into small cubes or pieces.

Example: She used a dicer to prepare the vegetables for the salad.

dicing

IPA: /ˈdaɪsɪŋ/

KK: /ˈdaɪsɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of cutting food into small cubes or pieces, often used in cooking.

Example: Dicing vegetables is an important skill for preparing many dishes.

verb

Definition: The action of cutting food into small cubes or pieces, often used in cooking.

Example: She is dicing the vegetables for the salad.

diet

IPA: /ˈdaɪ.ət/

KK: /daɪət/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a type of food or eating plan that is intended to help with weight loss or health improvement.

Example: She follows a diet plan to maintain her weight.

intransitive verb

Definition: To follow a specific plan for eating and drinking, often to lose weight or manage health issues.

Example: She decided to diet to improve her health and lose a few pounds.

noun

Definition: A plan or way of eating that includes specific foods, often for health or weight loss purposes.

Example: She decided to follow a new diet to improve her health.

transitive verb

Definition: To control or determine the types and amounts of food and drink that someone consumes.

Example: The doctor advised her to diet for better health.

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