condiment — English Dictionary

Noun

1. 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.

   Examples

   As a condiment in food, paprika is reputed to be strongly aphrodisiac.

   More examples (1)

   Congressmen gleefully wolfed down every imaginable version of the hot dog – smoked kielbasas, jumbo grillers, Big & Juicy's, kosher dogs and spiced dogs – topped with every imaginable condiment – hot mustard, sweet mustard, jalapenos, spaghetti sauce, regular relish, corn relish, maple syrup salsa and the secret sauce of Rep. Jack Kingston (R-Ga.). ("If I told you the recipe," an aide explained, "I'd have to shoot you.")

Verb

1. To season with condiments.

   Usage

   • Transitive

2. To pickle.

   Usage

   • Transitive

Noun

1. a preparation (a sauce or relish or spice) to enhance flavor or enjoyment

   Broader terms

   flavorerflavourerflavoringflavouringseasonerseasoning

   Examples

   mustard and ketchup are condiments