green pepper

American  

noun

1. the mild-flavored, unripe fruit of the bell or sweet pepper, Capsicum annuum grossum, used as a green vegetable.

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green pepper British  

noun

1. the green unripe fruit of the sweet pepper, eaten raw or cooked

2. the unripe fruit of various other pepper plants, eaten as a green vegetable

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Etymology

Origin of green pepper

First recorded in 1690–1700

Example Sentences

Green pepper is made from immature green fruits, which are dehydrated, pickled or bottled.

From The Guardian • Aug. 22, 2012

Between piles place Green pepper free from seeds and cut in strips.

From For Luncheon and Supper Guests by Bradley, Alice