cascabel

/kɑsˈkɑbɛl/ or /kɑsˈkɑbɛɫ/ (käs-kä-bel or käs-kä-bel)

Definitions

1. noun

A type of dried chili pepper with a distinctive rattle sound when moved, commonly used in Mexican cuisine.

“The chef added a few cascabels to the stew for added flavor.”

2. noun

A type of musical instrument, typically a small, rattle-like instrument used in traditional music.

“The mariachi band included a cascabel in their performance.”

Synonyms

  • dried chili
  • rattle pepper

Antonyms

  • silent instrument
  • sweet pepper