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 Sit back and read a quick lesson in fish sauce condiments. Domenica Bongiovanni, IndyStar, 4 Feb. 2026 Meanwhile, the two-tier lazy Susan costs just $10 and will keep everything—from spices and condiments to napkins—easy to find. Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Jan. 2026 The Crofton Ceramic Football Bowls with Serving Tray are perfect for dishing up dips, condiments, and more. Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 30 Jan. 2026 The strategy included small touches, like reintroducing the condiment bar and requiring baristas to use Sharpies to write personal messages, and bigger investments, like staffing more baristas and revamping its cafes for $100,000 a pop. Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 29 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for condiment
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Noun
  • Juice and other flavorings are sometimes added during fermentation to create a different flavor profile.
    BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 16 Feb. 2026
  • For one, it was used as a food flavoring, and that would be for a savory application.
    Dana Taylor, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • But the seasoning required some fine-tuning.
    Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 17 Feb. 2026
  • The traditional ingredients of a scampi—garlic, white wine, and butter—meld with the essence of a seafood boil thanks to hot sauce, spicy sausage, and Cajun seasoning.
    Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 17 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Customers can pick three tacos with chicken, beef, seafood or veggie fillings; an appetizer of chips and dip, chicharrones or corn with bone marrow butter; and for dessert, tres leches cake or churros with chocolate sauce.
    Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 18 Feb. 2026
  • Then everything is added to a blender, to which chicken broth is added, and the result is passed through a strainer, resulting in a thick, flavorful sauce.
    Imelda García, Dallas Morning News, 18 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Ginger is available in multiple forms, including fresh preparations, teas, culinary spices, and dietary supplements, and can be used to manage pain and discomfort associated with various inflammatory conditions.
    Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 16 Feb. 2026
  • Give your old recipe some extra color and spice and leave the potluck with an empty dish.
    Patricia S York, Southern Living, 16 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • The Signature Treatment, a 65-minute Nevisian Massage, pays homage to local spices and herbs, blending them with exotic scents of West Indies.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Feb. 2026
  • Combine cream cheese with herbs, lemon zest, and juice to pair with the salmon.
    Phoebe Evans, Southern Living, 15 Feb. 2026

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“Condiment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/condiment. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.

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