pepper pot
"Pepper pot" can refer to a kitchen item, a type of spicy stew, or a figurative description of a person's temperament.
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Definition
A2Culinary
(common)A small container with holes on top used to sprinkle ground pepper.
Example
- She reached for the pepper pot to add some flavor to her dish.
B2Culinary
(regional)A spicy stew made with meat, vegetables, and pepper, commonly found in Caribbean cuisine.
Example
- We enjoyed a hearty bowl of pepper pot on our trip to Guyana.
C1Personality
(figurative, informal)A person who is feisty or quick-tempered.
Example
- Don't mess with her; she's a real pepper pot!
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