catsup

noun

cat·​sup ˈke-chəp How to pronounce catsup (audio) ˈka- How to pronounce catsup (audio) ˈkat-səp How to pronounce catsup (audio)

less common spelling of ketchup

: a seasoned pureed condiment usually made from tomatoes

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This is a one-of-a-kind Chicago thing, like no catsup on your hot dog. — Steven F. Shundich, The Enquirer, 4 Mar. 2022 Each one is custom made to your order with your choice of catsup, onion, mustard, pickle, or relish. — Ashley Ferrer, Florida Times-Union, 4 Feb. 2026 The classic quarter-pound cheeseburger features 100% pure ground beef topped with catsup, mustard, onion, pickle, lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise and American cheese on a toasted bun — an old school build that hasn’t changed in decades. — Susan Stapleton, Des Moines Register, 16 Mar. 2026

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“Catsup.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/catsup. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.

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catsup

variant of ketchup

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