peppercorn
noun
pep·per·corn
ˈpe-pər-ˌkȯrn 
plural peppercorns
: the small round fruit of the black pepper that is typically dried and ground as a spice
Examples of peppercorn in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
In a large Dutch oven or pot set over medium-high heat, add the crushed cardamom pods, peppercorns, coriander seeds, cloves and star anise.
—
CBS News, 21 Nov. 2025
The scent is just as refreshing, with bergamot, black peppercorn, sandalwood, and ginger for that crisp, just-washed feeling.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 8 Nov. 2025
Chinese five spice powder: A complex mix of sweet and savory spices like cinnamon, star anise, cloves, fennel, and Sichuan peppercorns.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 18 Oct. 2025
Add shiitake mushroom stems, leek greens and peppercorns; simmer for 15 minutes to make stock.
—Faye Levy, Oc Register, 9 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for peppercorn
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
CBS News, 21 Nov. 2025
The scent is just as refreshing, with bergamot, black peppercorn, sandalwood, and ginger for that crisp, just-washed feeling.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 8 Nov. 2025
Chinese five spice powder: A complex mix of sweet and savory spices like cinnamon, star anise, cloves, fennel, and Sichuan peppercorns.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 18 Oct. 2025
Add shiitake mushroom stems, leek greens and peppercorns; simmer for 15 minutes to make stock.
—Faye Levy, Oc Register, 9 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for peppercorn
Cite this Entry
“Peppercorn.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/peppercorn. Accessed 4 Dec. 2025.
Copy CitationKids Definition
peppercorn
noun
pep·per·corn
ˈpep-ər-ˌkȯ(ə)rn
: a dried berry of the black pepper
Love words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share