chili pepper
Definition
Noun 1. A very hot and finely tapering pepper of special pungency: A type of fruit from plants of the genus Capsicum, characterized by its intense spiciness, elongated shape, and typically red color when ripe. 2. A plant bearing very hot and finely tapering long peppers; usually red: The plant, typically of the species Capsicum annuum or Capsicum frutescens, that produces these spicy fruits.
Usage Examples
- Noun (referring to the fruit):
- I added one finely chopped chili pepper to the curry for extra heat.
- The recipe calls for two dried red chili peppers.
- Noun (referring to the plant):
- She grows several chili pepper plants on her sunny balcony.
- The chili pepper in the garden is finally producing fruit.
Advanced Usage
- As a modifier: The term is often used attributively to describe dishes, powders, or oils.
- chili pepper flakes
- chili pepper sauce
- In botanical/culinary context: It specifies a category of pepper distinct from the larger, milder bell pepper.
Variants and Related Words
- Chile pepper: An alternative spelling, common in the Southwestern United States.
- Chilli pepper: An alternative spelling, common in British English.
- Hot pepper: A common synonym.
- Capsicum: The botanical genus name; often used in scientific or international contexts.
- Cayenne pepper: A specific type of chili pepper, often dried and ground into a powder.
Synonyms
- Hot pepper
- Chilli (chiefly British English)
- Chile (chiefly American English, Southwestern U.S.)
Related Phrases
- Chili pepper oil: An infused oil made with chili peppers.
- Chili pepper paste: A condiment made from ground chili peppers.
Notes on Meaning
The term "chili pepper" specifically denotes varieties that are pungent or spicy due to the compound capsaicin. It is distinct from "bell pepper" or "sweet pepper," which are members of the same genus but contain little to no capsaicin. The primary meanings are the spicy fruit itself and the plant that bears it.
Noun
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very hot and finely tapering pepper of special pungency
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plant bearing very hot and finely tapering long peppers; usually red
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