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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

chillies

/tʃɪliːz/ noun · British & US
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What does chillies mean?

noun

Small, usually red or green, fruits of the capsicum plant, used in cooking for their pungency.

Example

"The chef added chillies to the stir-fry for extra flavour."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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