variants or less commonly nan
: a round flat leavened bread especially of the Indian subcontinent

Examples of naan in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Main course choices are accompanied by saffron rice and garlic naan. Georgann Yara, The Arizona Republic, 18 June 2024 There is also the Thali special combo that comes with chicken, seafood, vegetables, an appetizer, rice, naan and a dessert for $15.99. Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 May 2024 It's known for its comforting chai and naan that is baked to order. Catherine Garcia, theweek, 13 Jan. 2024 Pair your meal with breads like naan and roti, and sides like basmati rice and a variety of chutneys. Alexandra Maloney, Charlotte Observer, 29 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for naan 

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Word History

Etymology

Hindi & Urdu & Persian; Hindi & Urdu nān bread, from Persian

First Known Use

1828, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of naan was in 1828

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Cite this Entry

“Naan.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/naan. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.

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