tamarind

Definition

A tropical tree, Tamarindus indica.

Etymology

From Late Middle English thamarynde, from Old French tamarinde, from Medieval Latin tamarindus, from Arabic تَمْر هِنْدِيّ (tamr hindiyy, literally “Indian date”).

Example Sentences

• "Currently, the Palestinian territories are being featured, and the menu boasts treats like maftoul (a garlicky chicken and couscous dish) and tamar Hindi (chilled tamarind juice with rose water)."
• "He began to crack tamarinds, pulling out the pod flesh, adding sugar and black pepper from his palms."