Currie

/ˈkɜːri/ noun

Definition

A variant or alternate spelling of 'curry,' a spiced dish or the spice mix used in cooking.

Etymology

Alternative spelling of 'curry,' which comes from Tamil 'kari' (sauce), adopted into English during British colonialism in India.

Kelly Says

This older spelling shows how the word 'curry' entered English through different pronunciation routes—British colonists heard 'kari' different ways depending on regional Indian accents.

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