dal Meaning & Definition
/dɑːl/
What Does Dal Mean?
Dal is a symbol that means Symbol for decalitre, an SI unit of fluid measure equal to 10 litres. As a noun, it means Any of many dried husked pulses (legume), including peas, beans and lentils.
Quick Facts About Dal
| Part of speech | symbol, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /dɑːl/ |
| Synonyms | decaliter, dekaliter and decalitre |
| Plural | dals |
Dal Definition (Symbol)
- Symbol for decalitre, an SI unit of fluid measure equal to 10 litres.
Symbol
- ISO 639-3 language code for Dahalo.
Dal as a Noun
- Any of many dried husked pulses (legume), including peas, beans and lentils.
- A dish made from lentils, cooked with spices, tomatoes and onions etc.
- A tropical herb with yellow flowers; the pigeon pea.
Synonyms of Dal
Dal synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
dal (countable and uncountable, plural dals)
Words That Rhyme With Dal
Origin of Dal
Borrowed from Hindi दाल (dāl) or Bengali ডাল (ḍal).
Common Questions About Dal
Is dal a symbol or a noun?
Dal is mainly used as a symbol, but it can also be used as a noun.
What is another word for dal?
Close synonyms of dal are decaliter, dekaliter and decalitre. See the full list of dal synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of dal?
The plural of dal is dals.