green pepper

noun

1. the mild-flavored, unripe fruit of the bell or sweet pepper, Capsicum annuum grossum, used as a green vegetable.

green pepper

noun

1. the green unripe fruit of the sweet pepper, eaten raw or cooked
2. the unripe fruit of various other pepper plants, eaten as a green vegetable

Word History and Origins

Origin of green pepper¹

First recorded in 1690–1700

Example Sentences

Hatch is known for its big, meaty green pepper, which has increased in popularity worldwide over the last 20 years.

From Los Angeles Times

It included a breakfast that consisted of three organic scrambled egg whites with spinach, green peppers, spring onions, parsley, accompanied by a small bowl of fresh fruit and tea without milk.

From Los Angeles Times

Make gumbo: In a large stockpot, sauté green pepper, onion, garlic, celery and roux together until vegetables are soft.

From Salon

The filling can be as simple as sautéed chopped shrimp with garlic, fresh cheese and green peppers.

From Washington Times

Abbeville’s will include 15 pounds of crawfish tails, green peppers, onions, parsley and Tabasco sauce.

From Washington Post