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Khunti

খুন্তি
KHUN-tee

A traditional Bengali cooking utensil.

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Meaning & usage

Khunti refers to a traditional cooking utensil used in Bengali cuisine, often resembling a spatula or ladle. It is typically made of wood or metal and is essential for stirring and serving dishes. The khunti is an integral part of Bengali culinary practices, especially during festivals and family gatherings.

In a sentence

She used a khunti to stir the delicious fish curry simmering on the stove.

As seen in crosswords

Khunti is a 6-letter answer. A typical clue:

“A traditional Bengali cooking utensil” (6)

Category: Food Origin: Bengali Script: Bengali

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