puri

/ˈpʊɹi/

UK: /ˈpʊəɹi/

puri

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Definition

A type of unleavened bread from India and Pakistan, usually deep-fried.

Etymology

Etymology tree Sanskrit पूर (pūra) Prakrit 𑀧𑀽𑀭 (pūra) Hindi पूरी (pūrī)bor. English puri From Hindi पूरी (pūrī), a kind of fried flatbread.

Example Sentences

  • "No. 17 PURI. Take Flour, ½ ser (1lb.)"
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