peppercorn

noun

pep·​per·​corn ˈpe-pər-ˌkȯrn How to pronounce peppercorn (audio)
plural peppercorns
: the small round fruit of the black pepper that is typically dried and ground as a spice

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Other variations may include ginger, nutmeg, turmeric, cardamom, galangal, Mandarin orange peel, white or black peppercorns, and licorice root. Sarah Jampel, Bon Appétit, 13 Dec. 2024 This candle combines pink peppercorns, citrus, and wood with the titular fragrances for a lodge-like aroma. Shea Simmons, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Nov. 2024 Typical ingredients include whole or ground spices (like cinnamon sticks, cloves, star anise, peppercorns), herb sprigs (like rosemary, thyme, bay leaves), fruit (citrus, cranberries, apples), and extracts (vanilla, almond). Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 1 Dec. 2024 In the stockpot, combine the turkey carcass, celery, carrot, onion, bay leaf and peppercorns. Kelly Brant, arkansasonline.com, 26 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for peppercorn 

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of peppercorn was before the 12th century

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“Peppercorn.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/peppercorn. Accessed 26 Dec. 2024.

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peppercorn

noun
pep·​per·​corn ˈpep-ər-ˌkȯ(ə)rn How to pronounce peppercorn (audio)
: a dried berry of the black pepper
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