Definitions

1. noun

a type of hot pepper, especially the jalapeño pepper

“She added diced jalap to her salsa for extra flavor.”

2. noun

a type of sauce or condiment made from hot peppers

“He drizzled the jalap over his tacos for added spice.”

3. verb

to add a spicy or hot flavor to something

“The chef japed the dish with a dash of cayenne pepper.”