seasoning
noun
sea·son·ing
ˈsē-zᵊn-iŋ 
ˈsēz-niŋ
plural seasonings
: something that serves to season
especially
: an ingredient or mixture of ingredients added to a dish to enhance or add to its flavor
salt, pepper, and other seasonings
a garlic and herb seasoning
… fish … coated in Cajun seasoning for an extra kick. —
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Helen Freund Examples of seasoning in a Sentence
My favorite seasonings are black pepper and oregano.
Add some seasoning to the marinade.
The soup needs more seasoning.
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While wings bake, whisk together Dr Pepper, ketchup, molasses, seasoning, vinegar, and Worcestershire in a medium saucepan until smooth; bring to a boil over medium-high.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 20 Sep. 2025
The healthy duo of lean ground beef and simple seasonings keeps this fall potluck food light.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Sep. 2025
If desired, add sea salt or your favorite seasonings to taste.
—Johna Burdeos, Health, 19 Sep. 2025
Add oregano, cumin, coriander, and cayenne; cook and stir until seasonings are fragrant, about 2 minutes.
—Gretchen McKay, Twin Cities, 18 Sep. 2025
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Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 20 Sep. 2025
The healthy duo of lean ground beef and simple seasonings keeps this fall potluck food light.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Sep. 2025
If desired, add sea salt or your favorite seasonings to taste.
—Johna Burdeos, Health, 19 Sep. 2025
Add oregano, cumin, coriander, and cayenne; cook and stir until seasonings are fragrant, about 2 minutes.
—Gretchen McKay, Twin Cities, 18 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for seasoning
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“Seasoning.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seasoning. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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