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Definition of chamoy

chamoy

/tʃəˈmɔɪ/
cha · moy
Plural:chamoys
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chamoy Lexical Profile

• noun

1

North American A versatile Mexican condiment made from pickled fruit (such as apricot, plum, or mango), chili peppers, salt, and lime juice, characterized by its simultaneously sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavor.

Example

"She drizzled chamoy and sprinkled tajín over a cup of freshly cut watermelon."

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• Rhymes for chamoy

• Nearby Words

chamoe
chamois
chamomile
chamoy
champagne
chana masala
chandelier

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Mexican Spanish, widely believed to be derived from Asian preserved fruit snacks—such as the Cantonese 'see mui' (sour plum)—which were introduced to Mexico by Asian immigrants and subsequently adapted with local chilies.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Chamoy. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 18, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/chamoy
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