Definition

1. Noun:
   • A variety of sweet pepper with a round, globe-like shape: "globe pepper" refers specifically to a type of Capsicum annuum fruit that is sweet (not spicy) and characterized by its approximately spherical form. It is a cultivar of bell pepper.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The recipe calls for one red globe pepper, diced.
  • Globe peppers are excellent for stuffing because of their round shape.
  • At the market, I chose a green globe pepper for the salad.

Advanced Usage

• Culinary Classification: In botanical and culinary contexts, "globe pepper" is distinguished from elongated or blocky bell pepper varieties. It is often used when the specific spherical shape is relevant to the preparation of a dish, such as for roasting whole or creating uniform pieces.

Variants and Related Words

• Bell pepper (n): The general category of large, sweet peppers to which globe peppers belong. "Globe pepper" is a subtype.
• Sweet pepper (n): A broad term for non-pungent peppers, including bell peppers and globe peppers.
• Capsicum (n): The botanical genus name for peppers.

Synonyms

• Round bell pepper: A descriptive synonym emphasizing the shape.
• Spherical sweet pepper: A more technical synonym.

Notes on Meaning

• The term "globe pepper" is primarily used to describe the physical shape of the pepper. Its color (e.g., green, red, yellow, orange) is a separate characteristic. A "red globe pepper" is a ripe, spherical sweet pepper.
• It is not a term for a spicy chili pepper. The modifier "sweet" is inherent to its common definition.

Noun

1. round sweet pepper