: something that serves to season
especially
: an ingredient (such as a condiment, spice, or herb) added to food primarily for the savor that it imparts
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.
Recent Examples on the Web
Thai dishes have so many elements, and often require many different cooking processes, so Thai cooks are constantly tasting and adjusting seasonings, and are especially attentive to smell.
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Jessica Carbone, Saveur, 18 Apr. 2024
How To Make Cheese Sauce for Broccoli or Cauliflower
To make this sauce, a quick roux is prepared, with milk, cheese, and seasonings added in for a luscious result.
—Cynthia Graubart, Southern Living, 15 Apr. 2024
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Jessica Carbone, Saveur, 18 Apr. 2024
How To Make Cheese Sauce for Broccoli or Cauliflower
To make this sauce, a quick roux is prepared, with milk, cheese, and seasonings added in for a luscious result.
—Cynthia Graubart, Southern Living, 15 Apr. 2024
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 5 May. 2024.
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