condiment

noun

con·​di·​ment ˈkän-də-mənt How to pronounce condiment (audio)
: something used to enhance the flavor of food
especially : a pungent seasoning
condimental adjective

Examples of condiment in a Sentence

the cafeteria's self-serve table has a full array of condiments
Recent Examples on the Web Fans looking for a twist on the classic can buy the Pretzel Baconator for a bite of all the same burger, bacon, cheese and condiments as the Baconator but stacked on a pretzel bun instead. Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 11 June 2024 The new location in the Pier 57 food hall also has a bibimbap bar with marinated beef, rice, vegetables and condiments for a one-bowl D.I.Y. meal. Florence Fabricant, New York Times, 28 May 2024 Danny’s za’atar lamb was over-rested, and Tom criticizes Danny for trying to turn the naturally sweet Jimmy Nardello pepper into a spicy condiment instead of just using an actual spicy pepper. Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 22 May 2024 Walk along stalls within the 18-acre market on Airline Drive showcasing local fruits, vegetables, country eggs, local honey, freshly baked goods, and homemade condiments and jams. Cynthia J Drake, Southern Living, 28 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for condiment 

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Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Middle French, from Latin condimentum, from condire to season

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of condiment was in the 15th century

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Cite this Entry

“Condiment.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/condiment. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.

Kids Definition

condiment

noun
con·​di·​ment ˈkän-də-mənt How to pronounce condiment (audio)
: something used to give food a good taste
especially : a tangy seasoning

Medical Definition

condiment

noun
con·​di·​ment ˈkän-də-mənt How to pronounce condiment (audio)
: something used to enhance the flavor of food
especially : a pungent seasoning
condimental adjective

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