Publisher's Synopsis
The word kebab likely came to English in the late 17th century from the Arabic kabab, partly through Hindustani, Persian, and Turkish. According to linguist Sevan Nisanyan, the Turkish word kebap is also derived from the Arabic word kabab, meaning roasted meat.
Kebab also spelled kabob. Seasoned meat cooked on skewers with or without vegetables. Originally referred to as a lamb dish popular in the Near East and traditionally prepared over an open fire on a sword.
