condiment
Something used to enhance the flavor of food, for example, salt or pepper, especially…Something used to enhance the flavor of food, for example, salt or pepper, especially when added by the eater to taste rather than by the cook.
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» The fridge is overloaded with condiments.
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1 sensesSomething used to enhance the flavor of food, for example, salt or pepper, especially when added by the eater to taste rather than by the cook.
Würzmittel, Würze, Kondiment
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- a preparation (a sauce or relish or spice) to enhance flavor or enjoyment
Examples
15 sentencesThe fridge is overloaded with condiments.
Return condiments and spices to their designated spots.
Failure is the condiment that gives success its flavor.
Remember to check for any expired condiments and discard them.
Spices and condiments should be arranged in an orderly manner.
Translations
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Origin
From late Middle English condiment, from Old French condiment, from Latin condimentum, froFrom late Middle English condiment, from Old French condiment, from Latin condimentum, from condīre (“to preserve, pickle, season”). See also condite and compare recondite.
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Forms
plural: condiments| Singular | condiment |
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Word family
3 related wordsSee also
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