chili powder
[ chil-ee pou-der ]
/ ˈtʃɪl i ˌpaʊ dər /
noun
a powdered seasoning of dried chiles, or a mixture of ground chiles with other spices, as cumin, oregano, garlic, etc.
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Origin of chili powder
An Americanism dating back to 1955–60
Words nearby chili powder
chili cheese fries, chili con carne, chili dog, chili oil, chilipepper, chili powder, chili sauce, chilitis, Chilkat, Chilkoot Pass, chill
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