CultureJuly 9, 2026
chutney
/ˈtʃʌt.ni/
Definition
A savory, flavorful condiment made from a variety of ingredients like herbs, vegetables, or fruit, used to accompany Indian dishes.
Etymology
The word is derived from the Hindi word 'chatni', which stems from the verb 'chatna', meaning 'to lick' or 'to eat with appetite'. It entered English in the 19th century through British colonial presence in India.
In the news
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