1. Plural of nan; a type of soft, leavened flatbread originating from South Asian cuisine, typically cooked in a tandoor oven.
Usage: Often served as an accompaniment to curries and other dishes in Indian, Pakistani, and Afghan restaurants.

Examples

• We ordered garlic nans to go with our curry.
• The restaurant serves warm nans fresh from the tandoor.
• She bought several nans at the Indian bakery.
• Buttered nans are a popular side dish at dinner.
• The nans were soft and fluffy on the inside.