tiffin
1 of 1noun/ˈtɪfɪn/
Forms:tiffins
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a light midday meal, typically lunch
Tiffin refers to a light meal or snack, particularly in Indian English. Originally derived from British colonial times, the term has evolved to represent various meals served in a box, typically consisting of multiple compartments to hold different dishes. Tiffin can include a variety of foods such as rice, curry, vegetables, flatbreads, or snacks like samosas or pakoras.