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sambar

/ˈsæmbər/ noun · British & US
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What does sambar mean?

noun

A type of large Indian antelope, and also a type of stew originating from the Indian subcontinent.

Example

"The sambar deer roamed freely in the forest, while the sambar stew was a popular dish at the local restaurant."

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