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Definition of vindaloo

vindaloo

/ˌvɪn.dəˈluː/
vin · da · loo
Plural:vindaloos
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• noun

1

A highly spiced and fiery Indian curry dish, originating from Goa, traditionally made with pork or other meat marinated in vinegar, garlic, and prominent spices.

Example

"He confidently ordered a chicken vindaloo, despite the waiter's warning about its intense heat."

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• Rhymes for vindaloo

• Nearby Words

vinaigrette
vinca
vincennes
vindaloo
vine
vine snake
vinegar

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Portuguese dish 'carne de vinha d'alhos' (meat cooked in wine or wine vinegar and garlic), which was introduced to the Indian region of Goa by Portuguese explorers in the 15th century and subsequently adapted with local spices.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Vindaloo. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/vindaloo
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