mamak
(Malaysia, Singapore) A Tamil Muslim.
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(Malaysia, Singapore) A Tamil Muslim.
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(Malaysia, Singapore) A roadside stall selling Muslim Tamil or Malay cuisine; by extension, a restaurant that sells similar foods.
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(Malaysia, Singapore) A person who owns or works in such an establishment.
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