mulligatawny
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of mulligatawny
First recorded in 1775–85, mulligatawny is from the Tamil word miḷakutaṇṇīr literally, pepper water
Vocabulary lists containing mulligatawny
Example Sentences
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Milagu tannir was the term for pepper water, a simple rasam, but the British made it into mulligatawny.
From New York Times • May 27, 2020
Sara Polon, otherwise known as “Soupergirl,” a Washington soupmaker, submits an “Indian-style mulligatawny with toasted newspaper.”
From Washington Post • May 4, 2016
James serves four courses: mulligatawny soup, haddock, chicken and fruit.
From The Guardian • Feb. 12, 2012
He still controls the brand and his soups, which include lobster bisque, mulligatawny, crab bisque and lentil.
From Reuters • Jul. 20, 2010
We've got mulligatawny soup, sardines, roast beef, trifle and gorgonzola cheese.
From The Best British Short Stories of 1922 by Cournos, John
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