curry powder

American  

noun

1. a powdered preparation of spices and other ingredients, usually including turmeric and coriander, used for making curry or for seasoning food.

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curry powder British  

noun

1. a mixture of finely ground pungent spices, such as turmeric, cumin, coriander, ginger, etc, used in making curries

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Etymology

Origin of curry powder

First recorded in 1800–10; curry ¹ + powder ¹

Example Sentences

If you like, dust each cookie with a scant amount of curry powder.

From Salon • Dec. 13, 2025

In 2014, Ipsita Mazumdar, a biochemistry expert, tested popular spice brands in Kolkata which made chilli, cumin, curry powder, and garam masala.

From BBC • May 14, 2024

I have also prepared this recipe in the past with a savory twist to it, substituting curry powder or cumin for the cinnamon and nutmeg, and adding crumbled bacon or a six-minute egg.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 26, 2023

British troops stationed in Japan as part of occupation forces in the same postwar period introduced local chefs to curry powder and roux-like sauces.

From Salon • May 30, 2023

He stuffs tiny bags with nutmeg, curry powder, and paprika, then seals them with hot wax.

From "Enrique's Journey" by Sonia Nazario