chipotle

noun

: a smoked and usually dried jalapeño pepper

Examples of chipotle in a Sentence

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Pastrami Cheesesteak, packed with pastrami, provolone and muenster cheeses, caramelized onions, red peppers and chipotle mayo in a soft challah roll, served with french fries and a pickle ($14.99). Lois K. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 6 Dec. 2024 Consider topping it with a creamy chipotle dressing or zesty vinaigrette, and scooping some up with tortilla chips. Angela Haupt, TIME, 15 Oct. 2024 Ina's recipe for chipotle cheddar crackers checks all the boxes. Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Oct. 2024 Process yogurt, lime juice, cilantro, garlic, chipotle powder and ¼ teaspoon of the salt in a food processor until smooth, about 30 seconds. Sabrina Weiss, People.com, 14 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for chipotle 

Word History

Etymology

Mexican Spanish chipotle, chilpotle, from Nahuatl *chīlpōctli, from chīlli chili pepper + pōctli smoke, something smoked

First Known Use

1922, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of chipotle was in 1922

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“Chipotle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chipotle. Accessed 18 Dec. 2024.

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