chili powder

noun

: a spice mixture made with ground chiles

Examples of chili powder in a Sentence

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Sprinkle a little salt or chili powder for flavor. Julie Scott, Verywell Health, 20 Jan. 2026 Add chickpeas and baking soda and stir to combine, then add garam masala, cumin and chili powder and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant and incorporated, about 30 seconds. Gretchen McKay, Twin Cities, 15 Jan. 2026 Cook garlic and chili powder until fragrant, about 1 minute. Martha Stewart, 15 Jan. 2026 Cayenne pepper and chili powder add heat to this combination of sesame and cheese snack sticks, corn nuts, and pumpkin seeds. Hannah Agran, Midwest Living, 14 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for chili powder

Word History

First Known Use

1908, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of chili powder was in 1908

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“Chili powder.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chili%20powder. Accessed 27 Jan. 2026.

Kids Definition

chili powder

noun
: a seasoning made of ground hot peppers and other spices
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