white pepper

noun

: a spice that consists of the dried fruit of the black pepper (Piper nigrum) ground after the black husk has been removed

Examples of white pepper in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Ground white pepper: For a mild peppery heat while remaining unnoticed in the mashed potatoes. —Stacey Ballis, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2024

With water, a bit of salinity is teased out, followed by baked pear with cinnamon, a touch of white pepper, green melon and a hint of wood smoke. —Chris Perugini, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024

Subtle spice from the rye cuts through the fruit, offering balance with notes of cinnamon and white pepper. —Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024

Especially for recipes that call for a small amount, say, ½ teaspoon or a pinch, feel free to substitute black pepper for white pepper or white pepper for black. —Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Sep. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1528, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

white pepper

noun

: a seasoning with a sharp flavor that is prepared by grinding the fruit of the Indian pepper after the black outer husk is removed

Medical Definition

white pepper

noun

: a condiment that consists of the fruit of an Indian plant of the genus Piper (P. nigrum) ground after the black husk has been removed