Definition

Noun: A dish consisting of lamb meat cooked in a spiced sauce or gravy, typically seasoned with a mixture of ground spices known as curry powder or a paste of fresh herbs and spices. It is a common preparation in various cuisines, particularly those of South Asia and the United Kingdom.

Usage

"Lamb curry" is used as a countable noun to refer to the dish as a whole. It is typically served with rice, bread (like naan or roti), or other sides. - The restaurant's signature dish is a slow-cooked lamb curry. - We're having lamb curry for dinner tonight.

Advanced Usage

• As a modifier: The term can function attributively to describe other elements of the meal.
  • I'd like a side of lamb curry sauce.
  • This is a lamb curry recipe from my grandmother.

Variants and Related Words

• Curry: (noun) A dish of meat, vegetables, etc., cooked in a spiced sauce, usually served with rice. "Lamb curry" is a specific type of curry.
• Rogan josh: (noun) A specific, well-known type of aromatic lamb curry originating from Kashmir.
• Mutton curry: (noun) A similar dish traditionally made with meat from older sheep (mutton), though the terms are sometimes used interchangeably with "lamb curry" in common usage.

Synonyms

• Lamb korma: (noun) A specific, often milder, creamier lamb curry.
• Lamb stew (spiced): (noun) A general term that could describe a similar dish, though "stew" may not always imply the specific spice blend associated with "curry."

Related Phrases

• To make a lamb curry: The verbal phrase for preparing the dish.
  • She learned how to make a lamb curry while traveling in India.
• A bowl of lamb curry: A common way to specify a serving.
  • He ate a large bowl of lamb curry.

Noun

1. curry made with lamb