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puri

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Noun — A small, round, deep-fried bread from South Asia that puffs up when cooked.

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puri and chole fried puri

Etymology

Borrowed from Hindi पूरी (pūrī), the name of the fried bread.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “puri” mean?

The word “puri” means a small, round, deep-fried bread from South Asia that puffs up when cooked. In plain terms, a puffy, deep-fried flatbread popular in Indian and Pakistani cuisine.

How do you pronounce “puri”?

“Puri” is pronounced POOR-ree (/ˈpʊɹi/ in IPA).

How do you use “puri” in a sentence?

Here is “puri” used in a sentence: “We had puri and curried potatoes for breakfast.”

What part of speech is “puri”?

“Puri” is a noun.

Where does the word “puri” come from?

The word “puri” comes from Hindi. Borrowed from Hindi पूरी (pūrī), the name of the fried bread.

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