noun
- Plural of peperoni; a type of spicy Italian cured meat, typically sliced thin and used as a pizza topping or in sandwiches.
Usage: Often used interchangeably with 'pepperoni' in American English; 'peperoni' is the Italian spelling.
Examples
- She ordered a pizza with extra peperonis.
- The deli counter had several varieties of peperonis available.
- He added sliced peperonis to his sandwich.
- Peperonis are a popular topping in Italian-American cuisine.
- The recipe called for diced peperonis mixed into the pasta.