bell pepper

noun

: sweet pepper
especially : a large bell-shaped sweet pepper

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Onion, bell pepper, and fresh garlic keeps things punchy, fresh, and flavorful. Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 7 Dec. 2024 Mexico is a key supplier of a range of produce to the United States, including avocados, tomatoes, raspberries, bell peppers, and strawberries, according to data from the University of California, Davis. Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 4 Dec. 2024 Add the mushrooms and bell pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 5 minutes. Farideh Sadeghin, Saveur, 29 Nov. 2024 What Is Vitamin C? Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is a water-soluble vitamin found in a variety of fruits and vegetables, including citrus fruits, strawberries, bell peppers, and broccoli. Trang Tran, Pharmd, Verywell Health, 21 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for bell pepper 

Word History

First Known Use

1707, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of bell pepper was in 1707

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“Bell pepper.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bell%20pepper. Accessed 15 Dec. 2024.

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