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black pepper
noun
: a spice that consists of the dried berry of an Indian vine ground with the black husk still on
also
: the plant (Piper nigrum) that yields black pepper
Examples of black pepper in a Sentence
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Season to taste with salt and black pepper; drizzle with olive oil.
—Sheena Chihak, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 May 2024
Despite having spent so long in new oak, which can sometimes overwhelm a spirit, the palate is a spicy fruit bowl that is bursting with fresh red berries, orange, apple, vanilla, black pepper, and chocolate.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 21 May 2024
In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper.
—Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 16 May 2024
Season to taste with salt, black pepper, and more lemon juice.
—Tony Ferrari, Saveur, 15 May 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above
Time Traveler
The first known use of black pepper was
before the 12th century
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“Black pepper.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/black%20pepper. Accessed 10 Jun. 2024.
Kids Definition
black pepper
noun
: a spice that is made by grinding the fruit of the East Indian pepper with the black husk still on
Medical Definition
black pepper
noun
: a condiment that consists of the fruit of an Indian plant of the genus Piper (P. nigrum) ground with the black husk still on
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