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dim sum

The correct spelling is dim sum.

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noun

Say it like: Dim- su-m

The correct spelling is dim sum. A Cantonese-style meal traditionally eaten in the morning or early afternoon, comprising tea and food typically placed in small steamer baskets or on small plates and often serv…

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noun

  1. 1.A Cantonese-style meal traditionally eaten in the morning or early afternoon, comprising tea and food typically placed in small steamer baskets or on small plates and often served from carts that move around from table to table in a restaurant.
  2. 2.The food served at a dim sum meal, typically including dumplings, seafood and desserts.

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