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peppercorn

The correct spelling is peppercorn.

How to pronounce peppercorn

noun

IPA: /ˈpɛpəkɔːn/

Say it like: Pep-per-cor-n

The correct spelling is peppercorn. The seeds of the plant Piper nigrum. Commonly used as a spice, usually but not always ground or crushed.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.The seeds of the plant Piper nigrum. Commonly used as a spice, usually but not always ground or crushed.
  2. 2.A small, insignificant quantity; a nominal consideration used to satisfy the requirements for the creation of a legal contract.

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