tem·peh

[tem-pey]
noun Indonesian Cookery.
a fermented soybean cake.

Origin:
1960–65; < Javanese témpé

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tempeh (ˈtɛmpeɪ) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
n
fermented soya beans
 
[C20: from Indonesian tempe]

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Tempeh is always a great word to know.
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a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc.
a chattering or flighty, light-headed person.
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Tempeh, a soy-based meat replacement with a nutty flavor, can be used in sandwiches and soups.
Tempeh is produced using relatively simple inputs and is a good candidate for livelihood development.
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