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Meaning of capsicum
The primary meaning of the word "capsicum" refers to a type of plant or its fruit, commonly known as peppers.
Etymology of capsicum
The word "capsicum" comes from the Latin name for the plant, which was derived from the Greek word "kapto", meaning "to bite", likely referring to the pungent or biting sensation caused by the spicy varieties.
The term has been used in English since the 16th century to describe the plant and its fruit, and has been adopted into various languages to refer to the same or similar plants.
Synonyms
Definitions
- A genus of plants in the nightshade family, native to the Americas, which includes a wide variety of species, such as sweet peppers and chili peppers.
- The fruit of the capsicum plant, which can range from sweet and mild to hot and spicy, and is often used as a vegetable or spice in cooking.
Usage Examples
- The chef added sliced capsicum to the stir-fry for extra flavor and texture.
- Capsicum is a popular ingredient in many cuisines, particularly in spicy dishes.
- The garden was filled with a variety of capsicum plants, including sweet peppers and hot chilies.
Antonyms
mild
bland
tasteless
flavorless
insipid
vapid
dull
flat
unspicy
unseasoned
unflavored
sweet
sugary
honeyed
saccharine
cloying
blandish
unappetizing
unappealing
unpleasant
disagreeable
distasteful