Definition of chili
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1a : a hot pepper of any of a group of cultivars (Capsicum annuum annuum group longum) noted for their pungency —called also chili pepperb usually chilli plural chillies also chillis chiefly British : a pepper whether hot or sweet
2a : a thick sauce of meat and chilies liked to cover her spaghetti with red chilib : chili con carne; also : a similar dish made without beef vegetarian chili seafood chili
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In addition to the libations that are available, food vendors will offer fare that includes pizza, pierogi, and chili, according to Smrecansky.
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Generic chili powder is sometimes a blend of other things and very little ground peppers.
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This burger is easy-peasy to make (just be sure to remove the red chili pepper seeds or your tongue may lose all feeling for the remainder of the meal).
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Other competitions include a chihuahua beauty pageant with dogs from a local animal shelter, lucha libre wrestling complete with wrestling masks and a hot chili-pepper-eating contest.
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The Forum, Inglewood, Calif. (1/1) O2 Arena, London (2/2) 54,567 (56,989) 8 RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS $3,111,853 May 14-18 Schottenstein Center, Columbus, Ohio (1/1) KFC Yum!
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There may be additional seasonings such as cumin and oregano, but never the fantastical condiments that turn up at chili contests.
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Appetizers included scallops wrapped in bacon, spring rolls, Thai chili shrimp, beef tenderloin with caramelized onions and Maryland Chesapeake crab dip.
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Press onions, tomatoes, chili peppers, and peanuts on top.
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Origin and Etymology of chili
Spanish chile, from Nahuatl chīlli
First Known Use: 1604
CHILI Defined for English Language Learners
chili
playDefinition of chili for English Language Learners
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: a small pepper with a very hot flavor
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: a spicy dish made of ground beef, hot peppers or chili powder, and usually beans
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: a similar dish made without meat
CHILI Defined for Kids
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\ˈchi-lē\Definition of chili for Students
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1 : a small pepper with a very hot flavor
2 : a spicy stew of ground beef and chilies usually with beans
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See words that rhyme with chili Spanish Central: Translation of chili Nglish: Translation of chili for Spanish speakers Britannica English: Translation of chili for Arabic speakers
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