chili powder

noun

: a spice mixture made with ground chiles

Examples of chili powder in a Sentence

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For a milder alternative, try ancho chili powder. Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 June 2026 Stir in the remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder, 3/4 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, as well as the oregano, cumin, coriander, and paprika. Lexi Harrison, Midwest Living, 10 June 2026 In a small bowl, mix the chili powder, coriander, cumin, paprika, mustard, salt and pepper. ABC News, 13 May 2026 Beer, bacon, jalapeño chiles, and chili powder give baked beans a spicy, smoky kick worthy of the Lone Star State. Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 11 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for chili powder

Word History

First Known Use

1908, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of chili powder was in 1908

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“Chili powder.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chili%20powder. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.

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chili powder

noun
: a seasoning made of ground hot peppers and other spices
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