1. Thin, crisp Indian wafers made from lentil flour and spices, typically fried or roasted and served as an appetizer or side dish.
Usage: Also spelled 'papad' or 'pappad'; Plural form; singular is 'papadam'; Common in South Indian and Indian cuisine generally

Examples

• We ordered papadams as an appetizer at the Indian restaurant.
• The papadams arrived hot and crispy, perfect for dipping in chutney.
• She learned to make papadams from her grandmother's traditional recipe.
• Papadams are a staple side dish in many Indian meals.
• The waiter brought a basket of fried papadams to our table.
• These papadams have a nice spicy flavor from the cumin and black pepper.