chorizo

UK
/tʃəˈriː.zəʊ/
US
/tʃəˈriː.zoʊ/

Translations

chorizonoun
chorizos
pl
UK
/tʃəˈriː.zəʊ/
US
/tʃəˈriː.zoʊ/
I bought some chorizo for the paella.
Я купил немного чоризо для паэльи.
Synonyms
Spanish sausage
Portuguese sausage
cured sausage
smicy sausage
spicy sausage
pork sausage
smoked sausage
chorizoadjective
more chorizo
Comp.
most chorizo
Super.
UK
/tʃəˈriːzəʊ/
US
/tʃəˈrizoʊ/
Used attributively in phrases like "chorizo omelette"; qualifies as an adjective per guidelines.

Definitions

chorizonoun
A type of pork sausage originating from Spain, typically seasoned with paprika or chili powder.
I added slices of chorizo to the paella for extra flavor.
A spicy sausage used in Mexican cuisine, often made with ground pork and seasoned with chili peppers.
The breakfast burrito was filled with eggs, cheese, and chorizo.
chorizoadjective
Containing or flavored with chorizo sausage.
We shared a delicious chorizo pizza for lunch.