English Explanatory Dictionary

navarin

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A stew of mutton and vegetables.

Word forms

navarin navarins

Etymology

Borrowed from French navarin, probably from navet (“turnip”), a traditional ingredient. However, a connection with the 1827 Battle of Navarino has been suggested. (See Wikipedia.)

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