seasoning

noun

sea·​son·​ing ˈsē-zᵊn-iŋ How to pronounce seasoning (audio)
ˈsēz-niŋ
plural seasonings
: something that serves to season
especially : an ingredient or mixture of ingredients added to a dish to enhance or add to its flavor
salt, pepper, and other seasonings
a garlic and herb seasoning
… fish … coated in Cajun seasoning for an extra kick. Helen Freund

Examples of seasoning in a Sentence

My favorite seasonings are black pepper and oregano. Add some seasoning to the marinade. The soup needs more seasoning.
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Wei from Dumont, N.J. liked the original chicken sandwich, fries and special seasoning but thought it should have been layered more and said the service was quick. Gary Stern, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025 The creamy sauce is the perfect blank slate for a few dashes of hot sauce, garlic powder, or your favorite seasoning blend. Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 June 2025 Make healthy swaps: Try replacing salt with other seasonings, like garlic, herbs, black pepper, vinegar, or lemon. Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 23 June 2025 Stir in the mustard, honey, vinegar, seasonings and lemon juice. Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 20 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for seasoning

Word History

First Known Use

1580, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of seasoning was in 1580

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“Seasoning.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seasoning. Accessed 8 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

seasoning

noun
sea·​son·​ing
ˈsēz-niŋ,
-ᵊn-iŋ
: something (as a spice or herb) that seasons

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