/ˈt͡ʃɪli/, /ˈt͡ʃɪliː/
OriginBorrowed from Spanish chile, from Classical Nahuatl chīlli.
- US, countableThe pungent, spicy fresh or dried fruit of any of several cultivated varieties of capsicum peppers, used in cooking.
“Capsicum—the dried ripe fruit of Capsicum fastigiatum—is also known as Chilly pepper, Chillies, Guinea, or pod pepper, and is chiefly brought from Zanzibar. The several varieties differ in shape and s”
“Kama Indian Bistro, […] Everything is made from scratch, including the spice blends and sauces; the ingredients are quality; and the heat is no-holds-barred. Planks of crispy, "chilly" potatoes and el”
- US, uncountablePowdered chili pepper, used as a spice or flavouring in cooking.
- US, countable, uncountableA spicy stew of chicken or paneer, capsicum and onion, eaten as an appetizer.
- US, uncountableA dish made with chili peppers and other ingredients, such as beans and beef.
- Cincinnati, US, uncountableCincinnati chili.
- A town in New York, United States.
Formschilis(plural) · chilies(plural) · chile(alternative, US, regional) · chilli(alternative, UK) · chilly(alternative)