chili powder

noun

: a spice mixture made with ground chiles

Examples of chili powder in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Seasons the beef with classic spices, including chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 9 May 2024 In a large bowl, whisk together chili powder, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, cumin, salt, lime juice, olive oil, and water. Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 4 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for chili powder 

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Word History

First Known Use

1908, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of chili powder was in 1908

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“Chili powder.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chili%20powder. Accessed 29 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

chili powder

noun
: a seasoning made of ground hot peppers and other spices
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