tikka
Meanings
noun
- A marinade made from various aromatic spices usually with a yoghurt base; often used in Indian cuisine prior to grilling in a tandoor.
noun
- Alternative form of tilak (“Hindu caste mark on forehead”).
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Etymology
Borrowed from Hindustani टिक्का (ṭikkā, “piece”) / ٹِکّہ (ṭikka), ultimately from Classical Persian تکه (tikka).
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