seasonings

noun

plural of seasoning
1
as in flavors
something (as a spice or herb) that adds an agreeable or interesting taste to food the stew was too bland before they added the seasoning

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2
as in condiments
something used to enhance the flavor of cooked or prepared food she thinks salt is the ideal seasoning for all batter-fried foods

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Recent Examples of seasonings Feel free to play with the seasonings. — Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 June 2026 Our 25-minute recipe is just a starting point; try one of our variations or experiment with seasonings. — Jasmine Thompson, Midwest Living, 28 June 2026 Experiment with different types of seasonings beyond just salt and pepper. — Vanessa Caceres, Verywell Health, 26 June 2026 Winning has afforded him opportunities to sell and market a line of spice rubs, sauces, glazes, seasonings, baths, brines, and injectables. — Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 July 2026 The resulting pan drippings get a boost from seasonings like garlic, paprika, Worcestershire, and chipotle chile in adobo. — Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 28 June 2026 The headcheese items, which are ready-to-eat pork deli meat products consisting of meat and seasonings packed in a loaf or jelly-style product, per the alert, come in various weight packages and were packed or sliced in retail delis. — Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 29 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for seasonings
  1. flavors
  2. condiments
  3. flavorings
  4. spices
  5. sauces
  6. herbs
Noun
  • Serve up the comforting flavors of chicken pot pie with less pressure by simply tossing all of the ingredients into your Dutch oven.
    — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 8 July 2026
  • Pink pineapple flavors mixed with lemonade, and layered with dragonfruit pieces for a bright, juicy sip.
    — Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 8 July 2026
Definition of flavors
Noun
  • Utensils are prohibited and condiments are seldom used, but water and other non-alcoholic drinks are available to speed up digestion.
    — Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 4 July 2026
  • Rowland’s sense of playfulness is also more evident in the artwork chosen for the space (subjects include a spa bathrobe in the common area and a weenie roast above the coffee condiments).
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 July 2026
Definition of condiments
Noun
  • Add lemon juice and any additional extracts or flavorings the recipe calls for before gently folding in the cornstarch.
    — Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 June 2026
  • Many family recipes call for other flavorings like onions, Worcestershire, tomato paste, and vinegar.
    — Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 10 June 2026
Definition of flavorings
Noun
  • To make it, toss the shrimp in a simple blend of chili powder and spices, brown them in a skillet and transfer to a plate.
    — The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 July 2026
  • The word entered English during British rule in India and was later extended to mean a hot alcoholic drink, especially one mixed with spirits, hot water, sugar, and spices.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
Definition of spices
Noun
  • The sauces and guacamole are reportedly scratch-made, and the carnitas in particular are cooked for three hours.
    — John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 8 July 2026
  • Sweet sauces like honey mustard or cranberry spread can increase the spike.
    — Verywell Health, Verywell Health, 6 July 2026
Definition of sauces
Noun
  • Customization options include swapping sour cream for Greek yogurt and adding garnishes like bacon or herbs.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 July 2026
  • But like hot peppers and fragrant herbs, the extracts from coffee can be used as a slug deterrent.
    — Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 3 July 2026
Definition of herbs

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