red pepper

noun

1
: a mature red capsicum fruit (such as a sweet pepper or hot pepper)
2

Examples of red pepper in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Alternating swipes through two dips, roasted red pepper sauce and cacik (thick yogurt mixed with diced cucumber), adjusted the flavors like a guitarist tuning strings. Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 5 Sep. 2024 Zest it up with a little black pepper, or add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a bit of heat. Lauren O'Connor, Ms, Health, 2 Sep. 2024 In a small bowl, combine chili powder, sugar, cumin, garlic powder, salt, pepper, oregano, and crushed red pepper. Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 June 2024 The 2018 is crimson to purple colored in the glass with aromas of ripe red pepper, black licorice, and pomegranate. Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 13 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for red pepper 

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Word History

First Known Use

1559, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of red pepper was in 1559

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“Red pepper.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/red%20pepper. Accessed 24 Sep. 2024.

Kids Definition

red pepper

noun
1
: a mature red sweet pepper or hot pepper
2
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