cayenne

noun

cay·​enne (ˌ)kī-ˈen 

(ˌ)kā-;

ˈkī-ˌen, 

ˈkā-

: cayenne pepper

Examples of cayenne in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Chili powder, cumin, and cayenne give it the signature chili spice (leave out the cayenne for a milder version) while Worcestershire and tomato sauce provide savoriness. — Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 3 July 2026

Use Natural Deterrents From Your Pantry To keep the rodents out of your yard for long periods, Schoenberg recommends sprinkling deterrents like hot cayenne, garlic, apple cider, peppermint, or coffee grounds around your plants and gardens. — Nashia Baker, Martha Stewart, 25 June 2026

Add zest and juice of 1 lemon, stir to combine, then season to taste with salt and cayenne, if using. — Tribune News Service, Denver Post, 24 June 2026

The bold dressing is made with olive oil, lime juice, and a bit of cayenne. — Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1773, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing cayenne

• cayenne pepper

Rhymes for cayenne

• again
• airmen
• amen
• bullpen
• culmen
• flagmen
• gunmen
• lawmen
• oilmen
• playpen
• schoolmen
• tegmen

Kids Definition

cayenne

noun

cay·​enne ˌkī-ˌen- 

ˌkā-

: the ground dried fruits and seeds of hot peppers used to add flavor to food

called also cayenne pepper

Geographical Definition

Cayenne

geographical name

Cay·​enne kī-ˈen 

kā-

city, port on an estuary on the Atlantic coast, and capital of French Guiana population 37,097