Meaning of the word tajine in English
What does tajine mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
tajine
US /tɑːˈʒiːn/
UK /tæˈʒiːn/
Noun
1.
a North African stew of spiced meat and vegetables prepared by slow cooking in a shallow earthenware cooking pot with a tall, conical lid
Example:
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We had a delicious lamb tajine for dinner.
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The chicken and olive tajine is a classic.
2.
a shallow earthenware cooking pot with a tall, conical lid, used for cooking tajines
Example:
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She bought a new tajine to cook Moroccan dishes.
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The tajine retains heat well, making the food tender.