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frankie

n. countable
C2 Proficiency US //ˈfɹæŋki// frankie Humorous

n. a type of street food from India that looks like a wrap. It is usually a flatbread filled with spicy vegetables or meat and rolled up.

n. a popular Indian street food item consisting of a paratha or similar flatbread rolled around a variety of fillings, typically spiced meats or vegetables. Often referred to as a Bombay burrito.


SIMPLE

I grabbed a spicy vegetable frankie for lunch from the street stall.

CONTEXTUAL

The vendor expertly rolled the frankie, adding a dash of tangy masala and fresh onions before handing it to the customer.

COMPLEX

While the traditional frankie originated in Mumbai, modern variations across the subcontinent now incorporate diverse fusion elements like cheese, schezwan sauce, or paneer to cater to local palates.

Usage

Commonly used in South Asian culinary contexts; the term is often capitalized as it was originally a brand name.

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