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spicy

adjective

Meaning

  1. Of, pertaining to, or containing spice.
  2. (of flavors) Provoking a burning sensation due to the presence of chilis or similar hot spices
  3. (of flavors or odors) Tangy, zesty, or pungent.
  4. (of expression or behavior) Vigorous; colorful; stimulating.
  5. Risqué, sexy, racy; mildly pornographic.

Etymology / origin

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Sources

  1. DictionaryAPI.dev English dictionary data
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