mulligatawny
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of mulligatawny
First recorded in 1775–85, mulligatawny is from the Tamil word miḷakutaṇṇīr literally, pepper water
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Example Sentences
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Sara Polon, otherwise known as “Soupergirl,” a Washington soupmaker, submits an “Indian-style mulligatawny with toasted newspaper.”
From Washington Post ● May 4, 2016
In the famous Soup Nazi episode of “Seinfeld,” customers ordering mulligatawny or crab bisque followed strict rules or left empty-handed.
From New York Times ● Oct. 15, 2015
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
Everything," said the artistic youth, "and besides I was fed as a child on mulligatawny, fed on it until I grew up and revolted.
From The Red Horizon by MacGill, Patrick
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