tikka
- A South Asian dish consisting of small pieces of meat or vegetables marinated in spices and yogurt, then grilled or roasted. nounThe chicken tikka was served with a side of mint chutney.Vegetable tikka is a popular vegetarian option at Indian restaurants.
- A decorative mark or piece of jewelry worn on the forehead, commonly used in South Asian cultures. nounShe wore a beautiful tikka on her forehead for the wedding ceremony.The bride's tikka was adorned with precious stones and matched her necklace.