falafel

/ˈfæləˌfɛl/

Definitions

1. noun

a dish made from ground chickpeas, often served in a pita with vegetables and tahini sauce.

“She ordered a falafel wrap for lunch.”

2. verb

to fry or cook chickpeas in a spicy sauce, often served as a snack or appetizer.

“The chef falafelled the chickpeas to perfection.”

3. proper noun

a popular Middle Eastern street food from the city of Tel Aviv.

“Falafel is a staple of Tel Aviv’s food scene.”

Synonyms

  • chickpea patty
  • street food

Antonyms

  • salad
  • sushi