variants:
or dahl
or dhal
or less commonly dholl
Definition of dal
(Entry 1 of 2)
: dried legumes (such as lentils, beans, or peas)
also
: an Indian dish made of simmered and usually pureed and spiced legumes
dal
abbreviation
variants:
or less commonly daL
Definition of dal (Entry 2 of 2)
dekaliter
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The first known use of dal was in 1673
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