Chipotle

Pronunciation: /tʃɪˈpoʊt.leɪ/

Definitions of chipotle

noun A type of smoked and dried jalapeno pepper used in Mexican cuisine, typically in the form of a dark reddish-brown powder.

Example Sentences

A1 I tried a chipotle burrito for the first time.

A2 She added chipotle peppers to the chili for extra flavor.

B1 The chipotle sauce gave the dish a smoky kick.

B2 The chipotle chicken tacos were a hit at the party.

C1 The chef created a chipotle-infused marinade for the steak.

C2 The chipotle salsa was a perfect accompaniment to the grilled vegetables.

Examples of chipotle in a Sentence

formal Chipotle is a type of smoked chili pepper used in Mexican cuisine.

informal I love adding chipotle to my salsa for an extra kick of flavor.

slang Let's grab some chipotle for lunch, I'm craving a burrito bowl.

figurative The chipotle of excitement in the room was palpable as the concert was about to begin.

Grammatical Forms of chipotle

• past tense: chipotled
• plural: chipotles
• comparative: more chipotle
• superlative: most chipotle
• present tense: chipotles
• future tense: will chipotle
• perfect tense: have chipotled
• continuous tense: is chipotling
• singular: chipotle
• positive degree: chipotle
• infinitive: to chipotle
• gerund: chipotling
• participle: chipotled

Origin and Evolution of chipotle

First Known Use: 0016 year

Language of Origin: Nahuatl

Story behind the word: The word 'chipotle' originates from the Nahuatl language spoken by the Aztecs in Mexico.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a smoked and dried chili pepper, the term 'chipotle' has evolved to commonly describe a specific type of smoked jalapeño pepper in modern culinary contexts.