Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

capsicum

Noun

/ˈkæp.sɪ.kəm/

Definition

A genus of flowering plants in the nightshade family, known for producing pepper fruits.

Examples

Bell peppers and jalapeños are both types of capsicum.
She added finely chopped capsicum to the salad for extra flavor.
Capsicum cultivation is popular in many countries due to its versatile culinary uses.

Meaning

Capsicum refers to both the plants in the Capsicum genus and their fruits, which are typically known as peppers. These can be sweet or hot, depending on the variety.