white pepper

noun

: a spice that consists of the dried fruit of the black pepper (Piper nigrum) ground after the black husk has been removed

Examples of white pepper in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Complex nose of Brazil nut, wet stones and hint of white pepper with delectable plush apricot fruit and pear crisp with bright acidity and a long, flavorful finish. Cathrine Todd, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024 Combine garlic halves, heavy cream, kosher salt, white pepper, bay leaves, and rosemary in a small saucepan; bring to a simmer over medium, stirring occasionally. Ann Taylor Pittman, Southern Living, 22 Sep. 2024 The palate is medium-bodied, where robust white pepper transitions into a lengthy and clean tobacco finish. Gege Reed, The Courier-Journal, 1 Oct. 2024 Pork rib soup is a common tonic in Taiwan, usually paired with daikon and a dash of white pepper. Clarissa Wei, Bon Appétit, 16 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for white pepper 

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Word History

First Known Use

1528, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of white pepper was in 1528

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“White pepper.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/white%20pepper. Accessed 25 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

white pepper

noun
: a seasoning with a sharp flavor that is prepared by grinding the fruit of the Indian pepper after the black outer husk is removed

Medical Definition

white pepper

noun
: a condiment that consists of the fruit of an Indian plant of the genus Piper (P. nigrum) ground after the black husk has been removed

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