sticky rice
noun/ˌstɪki ˈraɪs/
/ˌstɪki ˈraɪs/
[uncountable]- a type of rice grown especially in South-East Asia, which is sticky when cooked
- Sticky rice is much prized in Laos and is considered to be good for health.
Word OriginMid 19th centuryWant to learn more?
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