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piccalilli

Pronunciation: /ˌpɪkəˈlɪli/
Definition of piccalilli

noun (plural piccalillies or piccalillis)

[mass noun]
  • a pickle of chopped vegetables, mustard, and hot spices: chutneys, piccalillies, and relishes [mass noun]:sixteen pints of mustard piccalilli

Origin:

mid 18th century: probably from a blend of pickle and chilli

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