What does peppercorn mean?
Peppercorn means The seeds of the pepper plant Piper nigrum, commonly used as a spice, usually ground or crushed..
Peppercorn
/ˈpɛpəkɔːn/ · noun
Meaning
The seeds of the pepper plant Piper nigrum, commonly used as a spice, usually ground or crushed..
Definitions by Sense
- The seeds of the pepper plant Piper nigrum, commonly used as a spice, usually ground or crushed.
- A small, insignificant quantity; a whit or jot.
Example Sentences
A 75 ¢ book must look 40 ¢ better to the distributor and wholesaler, because if one peppercorn of doubt that people will pay 75 ¢ for the book gets thrown into the distribution mill, the books may never leave their cartons […]
Synonyms for peppercorn
Antonyms for peppercorn
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Word Forms
- peppercorns
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for peppercorn?
Common synonyms include pepper.
What is the opposite of peppercorn?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use peppercorn in a sentence?
A 75 ¢ book must look 40 ¢ better to the distributor and wholesaler, because if one peppercorn of doubt that people will pay 75 ¢ for the book gets thrown into the distribution mill, the books may never leave their cartons […]
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