paprika
noun
pa·pri·ka
pə-ˈprē-kə 
pa-
: a usually mild red seasoning consisting of the dried finely ground pods of various sweet peppers
also
: a sweet pepper used for making paprika
Examples of paprika in a Sentence
tomato sauce made with garlic, paprika, and pepper
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My memories center on the fragrant cumin, paprika, and harissa always present in the kitchen.
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Joseph Pool, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 Mar. 2026
The Yukon Golds give it a buttery body, while the paprika and Italian seasoning add a gentle warmth that lingers.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 15 Mar. 2026
Sprinkle with thyme, paprika, 1/2 tsp.
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Mar. 2026
In another shallow bowl, mix the quinoa, salt, pepper, paprika and avocado oil.
—Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 10 Mar. 2026
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Joseph Pool, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 Mar. 2026
The Yukon Golds give it a buttery body, while the paprika and Italian seasoning add a gentle warmth that lingers.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 15 Mar. 2026
Sprinkle with thyme, paprika, 1/2 tsp.
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Mar. 2026
In another shallow bowl, mix the quinoa, salt, pepper, paprika and avocado oil.
—Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 10 Mar. 2026
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“Paprika.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/paprika. Accessed 23 Mar. 2026.
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paprika
noun
pa·pri·ka
pə-ˈprē-kə
pa-
: a mild red spice consisting of the dried finely ground fruit of various cultivated sweet peppers
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