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ancho

Pronunciation: /ˈantʃəʊ/
(also ancho chilli)
Definition of ancho

noun (plural anchos)

  • a large aromatic variety of chilli, used (usually dried) in dishes of Mexican origin or style.

Origin:

from Mexican Spanish (chile) ancho, 'wide (chilli)'

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Definition of ancho in the US English dictionary
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