Definition of "vitta" []

• Zoology A streak or band of color, as on the bill of a bird. (noun)
• Botany An oil tube in the fruit of certain plants, such as the carrot or parsley. (noun)

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• "Arachu vitta sambar - Sheela from Delectable Victuals"
• "Chinna vengaya araichu vitta sambar... ahhhh, how I love that too!"
• "However, when I want to make that coconut chutney, or 'arachu vitta sambhar' Sambhar with freshly ground masala or use it for a garnish, I like to have fresh grated coconut on hand."