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Hot sauce
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a spicy condiment typically made from chili peppers and other ingredients
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Compound
Countable
singular
not gender specific
Plural form
hot sauces
What is "hot sauce"?
Hot sauce is a spicy condiment made from chili peppers, vinegar, salt, and sometimes other ingredients like garlic or spices. It comes in a variety of heat levels, ranging from mild to extremely hot, depending on the type and amount of chili peppers used. Hot sauce adds a kick of heat and flavor to a wide range of dishes, including tacos, wings, soups, eggs, and more. It is often used as a table condiment, allowing individuals to adjust the level of heat to their preference.
Examples
As soon as the hot sauce touched his lips, he felt a rush of heat spreading throughout his mouth.
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