condiment

con·di·ment | \ ˈkän-də-mənt

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Definition of condiment

: something used to enhance the flavor of food especially : a pungent seasoning

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the cafeteria's self-serve table has a full array of condiments

Recent Examples on the Web Although most consumers have likely already purchased a turkey by then to celebrate the holiday, there always seem to be some side dishes, fixings, or condiments that get forgotten until the last minute. — Editors, USA TODAY, "West Coast 'bomb cyclone,' Thanksgiving travel, Toys R Us' comeback: 5 things to know Wednesday," 28 Nov. 2019 Cooks worldwide have developed ethereal dishes from vegetables, legumes, herbs, spices, fruit, nuts, and condiments like spicy chili sauces. — Eric Velasco, al, "Go meatless with these easy weeknight recipes," 24 Jan. 2020 Included with the chili were cornbread, crackers and condiments of cheese and sour cream. — cleveland, "Rocky River Senior Center spices things up with chili cook-off," 21 Jan. 2020 Inside, shelves are lined with a robust assortment of fresh organic produce and condiments. — Kelly Corbett, House Beautiful, "Kim Kardashian Has a Walk-In Fridge, Separate Drink Fridges, and a Frozen Yogurt Machine," 9 Jan. 2020 It’s time for the flight’s first meal service: caviar and condiments. — Klara Glowczewska, Town & Country, "8 Countries, 21 Days, 1 Private Planet: The Ultimate Travel Bucket List Trip," 31 Oct. 2019 To avoid monotony, use different spices, dressings, or condiments to flavor your meals — or plan on freezing your prepped food for dinner another week. — Caroline Picard, Good Housekeeping, "A Beginner's Guide on How to Meal Prep Like a Pro," 2 Oct. 2019 The soup is served boiling hot while the other ingredients -- noodles, veggies, proteins and condiments -- are brought to the table separately on the side. — cleveland.com, "Dagu Rice Noodle in Cleveland’s AsiaTown plans Aug. 31 grand opening," 15 Aug. 2019 The duo soon began selling their preserves and condiments at farmers markets. — Allison Hagan, BostonGlobe.com, "Stonewall Kitchen has a new owner — and bigger ambitions," 1 Aug. 2019

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“Condiment.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/condiment. Accessed 24 Feb. 2020.

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More Definitions for condiment

condiment

noun

English Language Learners Definition of condiment

: something (such as salt, mustard, or ketchup) that is added to food to give it more flavor

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con·di·ment | \ ˈkän-də-mənt

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Kids Definition of condiment

: something added to food to make it taste better

condiment

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Medical Definition of condiment

: something used to enhance the flavor of food especially : a pungent seasoning

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