chutney
UK[ˈtʃʌtni]US[ˈtʃʌtni]
n
a spicy sauce made from fruits, vinegar, sugar, and spices, originating in india.
Etymology
the word 'chutney' entered english in the early 19th century from the hindi word 'caṭnī', which denotes a spicy condiment. hindi 'caṭnī' itself is derived from the verb 'cāṭnā', meaning 'to lick', a vivid reference to the condiment's delicious and appetizing nature. the term traveled with british colonial presence in india and was adopted into english to describe the specific category of tangy, preserved relishes. it retains its original form and culinary association, exemplifying a direct lexical borrowing.
Analysis
this word is a loanword from hindi and is not productively segmented using english morphemes.
Examples
she served mango chutney alongside the curry.
this recipe for tomato chutney requires ginger and chili peppers.
a dollop of mint chutney perfectly complements the grilled meat.