lassi

[ las-ee, luhs-ee ]

noun

1. an Indian beverage of yogurt or buttermilk, water, and spices, often with the addition of fruit or sweetener.

lassi

/ ˈlæsɪ /

noun

1. a cold drink made with yoghurt or buttermilk and flavoured with sugar, salt, or a mild spice

Word History and Origins

Origin of lassi¹

First recorded in 1875–80; from Hindi lassī, probably ultimately from Sanskrit rasaḥ “juice, liquid”

Word History and Origins

Origin of lassi¹

from Hindi

Example Sentences

Antonio Lassi was cowed, and dared not give his answer at all.

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