lentilstew
nounUK /ˈlɛntɪl stjuː/
US /ˈlɛntəl stuː/
A warm, thick soup made by cooking little round lentils with water and other foods.
Grandma made a big pot of lentil stew for dinner on the cold night.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A dish of lentils simmered slowly with vegetables and spices until soft and hearty.
The lentil stew simmered on the stove all afternoon, filling the kitchen with a spicy smell.
3. A thick, comforting meal often eaten with bread in many countries.
In many homes, lentil stew is served with warm flatbread.
4. A simple, inexpensive meal made mostly from lentils.
When money was tight, the family ate lentil stew several times a week.