Definitions

1. noun

a spicy powder made from the dried fruit of the pepper plant, used as a seasoning or in cooking.

“She added a pinch of pepper to her soup.”

2. noun

a person who sells or handles pepper or other spices, especially as a street vendor.

“The pepper seller called out to the crowd.”

3. verb

to sprinkle or add pepper to (food) as a seasoning.

“She peppered the salad with salt and pepper.”

4. verb

to scatter or sprinkle (something) in a scattered manner.

“The wind peppered the garden with leaves.”