seasoning
noun
sea·son·ing
ˈsē-zᵊn-iŋ 
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. —
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My favorite seasonings are black pepper and oregano.
Add some seasoning to the marinade.
The soup needs more seasoning.
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Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 12 Apr. 2026
Transform everyday meals into flavorful creations with Gustus Vitae seasoning sets.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 11 Apr. 2026
Fried pork chops can take on a world of seasonings.
—Wini Moranville, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Apr. 2026
Other seasonings including mustard, oregano, garlic and horseradish have been shown to stimulate the same nerve receptors.
—Andrea Muraskin, NPR, 11 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for seasoning
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“Seasoning.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seasoning. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.
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