Samosas Meaning in English
word · lemma: samosa
Definition
Samosas are a popular snack from South Asia, usually consisting of a fried or baked pastry filled with spiced potatoes, peas, meat, or vegetables. They are often triangular in shape and served with chutney.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used in the plural: 'samosas.' Common in Indian, Pakistani, and neighboring cuisines worldwide. Often vegetarian, but meat-filled versions exist. Collocates with 'eat,' 'serve,' and 'crispy.' Not a main course—served as a snack, appetizer, or street food.
Example Sentences
We ordered spicy samosas at the restaurant.
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My grandmother makes delicious samosas every weekend.
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I like to eat samosas with sweet chutney.
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Those samosas were gone in seconds—they were that good!
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They usually serve samosas at Indian weddings.
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If you haven’t tried homemade samosas yet, you’re really missing out.
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