Definition of condimentnext
as in flavoring
something used to enhance the flavor of cooked or prepared food the cafeteria's self-serve table has a full array of condiments

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Recent Examples of condiment There was also the progression across cultures and continents of blue-and-white ceramics, which mirrors the evolution of chamoy, a pickled fruit condiment in Mexican cuisine that, along with a blue-and-white Talavera jar, is at the center of Shih’s piece. Stephanie Shih june 17, Los Angeles Times, 17 June 2026 The bun is just a bun, the condiments — found on a barrel in the center of the store — are nothing special. Christopher Borrelli, Chicago Tribune, 17 June 2026 The menu during the period offers Corner Bistro’s signature burger and fries, as well as English summer drinks such as fruit punch and beer, served with traditional condiments. Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 17 June 2026 In 17th-century China, when this salty condiment got its start, soy sauce was traditionally made by soaking and cooking the soybeans in water before combining them with crushed wheat and a bacterial culture such as Aspergillus. Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for condiment
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Noun
  • Wild beavers went extinct in the UK around 400 years ago, as humans hunted them for their fur, meat and scent gland secretions, which have a musky, vanilla-like fragrance and were used as food flavoring and in perfumes.
    Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 18 June 2026
  • Make this chicken recipe with pantry staples, including cinnamon and nutmeg for flavoring.
    Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 18 June 2026
Noun
  • Cajun seasoning is a blend of black and cayenne pepper with onion, garlic and other herbs.
    Hannah Agran, Midwest Living, 23 June 2026
  • Off screen, his seasoning brand Osmo sells spices and hot sauce at Walmart.
    Steven Bertoni, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026
Noun
  • Signature bowls include the Hash Hash (braised beef, sweet potato hash, horseradish crema, feta and pickled onion) and The Pioneer (shredded chicken, sweet potato hash, Peruvian green sauce, Israeli pico de gallo and micro cilantro).
    Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 17 June 2026
  • As part of the revamp, KFC is launching 20 new sauces.
    Greta Cross, USA Today, 17 June 2026
Noun
  • Peppers followed, along with a healthy sprinkling of spices.
    Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 22 June 2026
  • Leveraging years of experience developed at Brunello Cucinelli and Prada, the designer used a beautiful palette of colors, the hues reflecting the spices of each location, from nutmeg and cardamom to ginger, cinnamon and vanilla, and those of the Mediterranean Sea.
    Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 22 June 2026
Noun
  • The Food Processor quickly chops, slices, and shreds a wide array of ingredients for unlimited culinary creations, while the Coffee & Spice Grinder efficiently grinds coffee beans, spices, and herbs for superior flavor and potency.
    ABC News, ABC News, 20 June 2026
  • Cinnamon Cinnamon is a popular, sweet herb commonly used in cooking.
    Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 20 June 2026

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“Condiment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/condiment. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.

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