Tiffin

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Tiffin

Tiffin (/ˈtɪfɪn/) is a term originating from the British Raj in India, referring to a light meal or lunch. The term is derived from the obsolete English slang "tiffing," meaning "to take a little drink or sip."

Etymology

The word "Tiffin" is an Anglo-Indian term, which is believed to have originated from the British Raj in India during the 19th century. It is derived from the English slang "tiffing," which was used in the sense of taking a little drink, usually of alcoholic beverages. Over time, the term evolved to refer to a light meal or lunch, especially in the Indian subcontinent.

Usage

In modern usage, "Tiffin" is commonly used in India, Bangladesh, and Pakistan to refer to a packed lunch prepared for working people or schoolchildren. It is also used to describe a type of meal served in Tiffin carriers, or dabbas, which are multi-tiered lunch boxes used to transport the meal.

Related Terms

  • Tiffin carriers: A multi-tiered lunch box used to transport the meal.
  • Dabba: The Hindi term for a box or container, often used to refer to a Tiffin carrier.
  • British Raj: The rule by the British Crown on the Indian subcontinent from 1858 to 1947.

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