chilli padi en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈtʃɪli ˌpɑdi/ (Singapore)
- [ˈtʃʰɪli ˌp˭adi] (Singapore)
Etymology
Derived from Malay cili padi. Doublet of paddy.
Meanings
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(Malaysia, Singapore, uncountable) Bird's eye chili, Capsicum annuum
His pandan, lemongrass, chilli padi, Thai basil and curry leaf plants—their leaves were so green, so glorious.
2023, Agnes Chew, Eternal Summer of My Homeland, Epigram Books, →ISBN, page 12:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| chili padi | alternative | lexicographic |