chil·i (chil·e [or] chil·li)
chili (chile [or] chilli)
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- pronunciation:
- chI
li
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Homophone Note, Word Explorer
part of speech: |
noun |
inflections: |
chilies, chiles, chillies |
definition 1: |
the strong, sharp-tasting pod of any of several varieties of a tropical pepper plant.
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definition 2: |
a seasoning or other preparation made from this dried pod.
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definition 3: |
chili con carne.
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The words
chili,
chilly, and
Chile sound alike but have different meanings.