Cayenne
6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for Cayenne, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A hot ground spice made from dried red chilli peppers.
Synonyms
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How to use Cayenne
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Etymology
Named after Cayenne, the capital of French Guiana, though the French themselves connected the word to a term for a naval kitchen or barracks.
Full origin of Cayenne →Frequently asked questions
What does “Cayenne” mean?
The word “Cayenne” means a hot ground spice made from dried red chilli peppers. In plain terms, a spicy red chilli powder used to add heat to cooking.
How do you pronounce “Cayenne”?
“Cayenne” is pronounced keye-EHN (/kaɪˈɛn/ in IPA).
How do you use “Cayenne” in a sentence?
Here is “Cayenne” used in a sentence: “A pinch of cayenne pepper gave the soup a real kick.”
What part of speech is “Cayenne”?
“Cayenne” is a noun.
Where does the word “Cayenne” come from?
The word “Cayenne” comes from French. Named after Cayenne, the capital of French Guiana, though the French themselves connected the word to a term for a naval kitchen or barracks.