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(ta-ma-le) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. a traditional Mexican dish made of masa dough filled with meat or other ingredients, wrapped in corn husks and steamed.

Example Sentence

I favorite dinner is a tamale.

More Example Sentences

Tamales can be made with many different fillings.

Synonyms

filled corn dough; Mexican food; masa dish

Antonyms

egg breakfast

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