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chilli

n. (pl. -ies) (also US chili) a small hot-tasting dried red pod of a capsicum, Capsicum frutescens, used as seasoning and in curry powder, cayenne pepper, etc.
Phrases and idioms:
chilli con carne a stew of chilli-flavoured minced beef and beans. chilli sauce a hot sauce made with tomatoes, chillies, and spices.
Etymology: Sp. chile, chili, f. Aztec chilli

Useful english dictionary. 2012.