English Explanatory Dictionary

xnipec

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A fiery salsa made with onions, habaneros, and orange juice.

Pronunciation

/ʃniˈpɛk/ /ˈʃni.pɛk/

Word forms

xnipec xnipek

Etymology

From a Mayan word for "dog's nose"; compare Itza Mayan niʼ (“nose”), pekʼ (“dog”).

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