seasoning

noun
UK: /ˈsiːzənɪŋ/
US: /ˈsiːzənɪŋ/

  1. A substance, like salt or spice, used to improve the flavor of food.

    1. Add some seasoning to the soup to give it more flavor.
    2. The chef's secret seasoning blend made the dish exceptionally delicious, enhancing its overall taste.

  2. The process of adding salt, spices, or herbs to food to enhance its taste.

    1. Proper seasoning is important for a tasty meal.
    2. The timing of the seasoning is crucial; adding it too early or late can affect the final flavor profile.

Synonyms

herb spice salt condiment flavoring
seasoning verb

  1. To add salt, spices, or herbs to food to improve its flavor.

    1. Seasoning the chicken makes it taste better.
    2. Remember to taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning before serving it to the guests.

  2. To add interest or excitement to something.

    1. A little gossip is seasoning to a boring day.
    2. His controversial opinions often served as a seasoning to otherwise dull political debates.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "seasoning" in English means: A substance, like salt or spice, used to improve the flavor of food., The process of adding salt, spices, or herbs to food to enhance its taste..

The phonetic transcription of "seasoning" is /ˈsiːzənɪŋ/ in British English and /ˈsiːzənɪŋ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "seasoning": herb, spice, salt, condiment, flavoring.

Example usage of "seasoning": "Add some seasoning to the soup to give it more flavor.". More examples on the page.