The status of a fully independent state should be contrasted with that of dependent or vassal states, where a superior state has the legal authority to impose its will over the subject, or inferior, state.
plural pilafs. Learner's definition of PILAF. [count, noncount] : a dish that is made of seasoned rice and vegetables and often meat. a vegetable pilaf. a serving of rice pilaf.
Red Beans and Rice. A Southern classic, red beans cooked with smoked shanks, onions, celery, bell peppers, and spices, served over rice. 1  Rice Pilaf My mother's rice pilaf recipe, made with long grain white rice, onion, celery, stock, seasoned salt, pepper, and cayenne.