Dabba
डब्बा
DUB-bah
A container or lunchbox, often used for carrying food.
Meaning & usage
In Indian culture, a 'dabba' refers to a lunchbox or container used to carry meals, especially for school children and workers. It is commonly made of stainless steel or plastic and is a staple in many households. The term has gained popularity beyond India, often associated with the tiffin system where meals are delivered in dabbas.
In a sentence
She packed a delicious curry in her dabba for lunch.
As seen in crosswords
Dabba is a 5-letter answer. A typical clue:
“A container or lunchbox, often used for carrying food” (5)
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