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Definition of naan

naan

/nɑːn/
naan
Plural:naans
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• noun

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A type of soft, leavened flatbread originating from South and Central Asia, traditionally baked by sticking the dough to the intensely hot inside wall of a tandoor (clay oven).

Example

"We ordered a side of warm garlic naan to soak up the rich sauce of the chicken tikka masala."

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Word Nuance & Usage

English speakers frequently use the phrase "naan bread," though it is technically a tautology since "naan" translates simply to "bread" in its languages of origin.

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed into English in the late 18th century from Hindi and Urdu 'nān', which ultimately derives from Persian 'nān', meaning 'bread', 'food', or 'sustenance'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Naan. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/naan
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