seasoning

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noun

sea·​son·​ing ˈsē-zᵊn-iŋ How to pronounce seasoning (audio)
ˈsēz-niŋ
plural seasonings
Synonyms of seasoningnext
: something that serves to season
especially : an ingredient or mixture of ingredients added to a dish to enhance or add to its flavor
salt, pepper, and other seasonings
a garlic and herb seasoning
… fish … coated in Cajun seasoning for an extra kick. —Helen Freund

seasoning

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present participle of season entry 2

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Noun My favorite seasonings are black pepper and oregano. Add some seasoning to the marinade. The soup needs more seasoning.
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Pie filling comes pre-sweetened and spiced, so swapping it into a recipe that calls for plain puree will throw off the sugar, salt and seasoning. — Lauren Schuster, Sacbee.com, 21 Oct. 2026 Toss until evenly coated, check the seasoning and adjust as necessary. — ABC News, 20 Oct. 2026 Through fruit-forward hot sauces, vibrant seasonings and simmer sauces, Abreu invites home cooks to revisit familiar flavors or discover something new. — Walaa Elsiddig, Billboard, 20 Oct. 2026 The rich, creamy filling combines tender chicken, vegetables, and seasonings, while the golden, flaky pastry baked on top adds a perfect crunch. — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for seasoning

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First Known Use

Noun

1580, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of seasoning was in 1580

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seasoning
seasonless
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“Seasoning.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seasoning. Accessed 28 Oct. 2026.

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seasoning

noun
sea·​son·​ing
ˈsēz-niŋ, 
-ᵊn-iŋ
: something (as a spice or herb) that seasons

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