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 Southerners know that hot sauce is much more than a spicy condiment. Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 11 Apr. 2026 The condiment, made of Hidden Valley Ranch and Diablo hot sauce, is a spicier version of the Hidden Valley Fire Ranch Sauce that came with the nuggets when they were first released. Erin Clements, PEOPLE, 9 Apr. 2026 Knowing all this, astronauts routinely pack condiments to alleviate at least some of the mealtime weirdness. Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 9 Apr. 2026 Beers on beers Major leaguers typically get rewarded with a beer shower (with condiments involved) after a significant first milestone in their career, and the Giants have already gotten to enjoy four such occasions. Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 9 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for condiment
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Noun
  • They’re made with flour, sugar, butter and eggs, whisked together with flavorings such as anise, lemon, vanilla and cocoa, then baked in a special device.
    BestReviews, Mercury News, 13 Apr. 2026
  • The species were hunted to extinction in the area in the 16th century, driven by a demand for their fur, meat and castoreum, which is a chemical excreted from a gland at the base of their tails that was used for food flavoring, as well as the perfume industry, per the outlet.
    Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 12 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • The habits of seasoning, tasting, knowing how to adjust your heat, using the right pans.
    Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 21 Apr. 2026
  • Edmonton’s Kris Knoblauch, McDavid’s former junior coach, has accumulated playoff seasoning in a hurry himself.
    Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 19 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Add reserved sauce and cook, stirring often, until sauce starts to cling to chicken and green beans, 1–2 minutes.
    Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Apr. 2026
  • The lineup also includes Nigel's Go-to Doppio, an espresso con panna with mocha sauce, as well as Emily's Fave Iced Chai, an iced chai latte with almond milk and sugar-free caramel.
    Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 22 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • The recipe calls for fresh thyme but feel free to try other herbs and spices such as sage or curry.
    Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2026
  • This does double duty as a spice grinder.
    BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 20 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • This cheesy, creamy chicken casserole is ready in under one hour and leans on Boursin cheese for its garlic-and-herb flavors.
    Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2026
  • But anything like a tomato, a pepper and herb is going to get killed.
    Alan Gionet, CBS News, 18 Apr. 2026

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

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