condiment
noun
con·di·ment
ˈkän-də-mənt 
plural condiments
: something (such as a seasoning, sauce, garnish, or topping) that is added to food usually after the food is prepared and that enhances or adds to its flavor
Mustard is a top-selling condiment, and although ketchup and mayonnaise consistently outrank it in popularity worldwide, more than 700 million pounds of mustard are sold every year …—
Melissa St. Aude
Melissa St. AudeThen he presents … a bowl of creamy potatoes and a tray of six condiments, including pesto, horseradish, sea salt, red pepper sauce, raisin sauce and garlicky mayonnaise.—Jerry Shriver
Jerry ShriverExamples of condiment in a Sentence
the cafeteria's self-serve table has a full array of condiments
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Leading the lineup is the Dragon Flame-Grilled Whopper, a fiery twist on the classic, stacked with crispy bacon, cheese, fresh veggies and classic condiments, all served on a red-and-orange-marbled bun colored with natural spices and veggies to match flames Toothless the dragon would be proud of.
—Moná Thomas, People.com, 23 May 2025
According to Ballantyne's calculation, a burger without condiments comes to approximately 430 calories, which is less than what most people need for their evening meal.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 May 2025
Burgers piled high with this bright yellow condiment are a staple in Fayetteville, Tennessee.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 14 May 2025
And the signature chipotle honey sauce was inspired by the sweet-and-spicy condiment from Gracias Señor Taqueria, the food truck that for years set up shop in front of the Ralphs in Pacific Palisades.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2025
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Moná Thomas, People.com, 23 May 2025
According to Ballantyne's calculation, a burger without condiments comes to approximately 430 calories, which is less than what most people need for their evening meal.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 May 2025
Burgers piled high with this bright yellow condiment are a staple in Fayetteville, Tennessee.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 14 May 2025
And the signature chipotle honey sauce was inspired by the sweet-and-spicy condiment from Gracias Señor Taqueria, the food truck that for years set up shop in front of the Ralphs in Pacific Palisades.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2025
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“Condiment.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/condiment. Accessed 1 Jun. 2025.
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condiment
noun
con·di·ment
ˈkän-də-mənt
: something used to give food a good taste
especially
: a tangy seasoning
Medical Definition
condiment
noun
con·di·ment
ˈkän-də-mənt
: something used to enhance the flavor of food
especially
: a pungent seasoning
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