thali

Etymology

From Punjabi تھࣇی (thaḷī).

name

  1. A Lahnda language spoken in Punjab, Pakistan. It is categorized as a Saraiki dialect by some linguists.

noun

  1. A round metal platter used to serve food in India.“In front of it was a gold thali filled to overflowing with all manner of food, most of it sweets and pastries made from milk and curds.”
  2. A meal served on such a platter, typically comprising a selection of different dishes presented in small bowls.