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Vocabulary Entry
chili
|noun • noun • adjective
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N
noun
A small, hot pepper used for flavoring food.
Example Sentences
"She added a pinch of chili to the sauce for extra heat."
"Chili plants thrive in warm climates."
"The dish was too spicy for my taste because of the chili."
N
noun
A spicy stew made with meat, beans, and chili peppers.
Example Sentences
"We enjoyed a hearty bowl of chili on a cold winter night."
"The chili cook-off was the highlight of the festival."
"He loves to top his chili with shredded cheese and onions."
A
adjective
Relating to or flavored with chili peppers.
Example Sentences
"I prefer chili sauce over ketchup."
"She ordered a chili chicken dish at the restaurant."
"The chili flavor in the chips was too intense for some."