First Known Use: 15th century
Dictionary
condiment
noun con·di·ment \ˈkän-də-mənt\
: something (such as salt, mustard, or ketchup) that is added to food to give it more flavor
Full Definition of CONDIMENT
: something used to enhance the flavor of food; especially : a pungent seasoning
— con·di·men·tal \ˌkän-də-ˈmen-təl\ adjective
See condiment defined for English-language learners
See condiment defined for kids
ADVERTISEMENT
Origin of CONDIMENT
Middle English, from Middle French, from Latin condimentum, from condire to season
Related to CONDIMENT
- Synonyms
- seasoning
CONDIMENT Defined for Kids
condiment
noun con·di·ment \ˈkän-də-mənt\
Definition of CONDIMENT for Kids
: something added to food to make it taste better
Medical Dictionary
condiment
noun con·di·ment \ˈkän-də-mənt\
Medical Definition of CONDIMENT
: something used to enhance the flavor of food; especially : a pungent seasoning
—con·di·men·tal \ˌkän-də-ˈment-əl\ adjective
Learn More About CONDIMENT
Browse
Next Word in the Dictionary: condiment setPrevious Word in the Dictionary: condignityAll Words Near: condiment
ADVERTISEMENT
Seen & Heard
What made you want to look up condiment? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).