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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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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In a medium bowl stir together sour cream and taco seasoning until combined.
—The View, ABC News, 7 Feb. 2025
Stir in ranch seasoning, grated garlic, and remaining 1/4 tsp.
—Ivy Odom, Southern Living, 5 Feb. 2025
Turn off heat, discard parchment, and rest for at least 30 minutes (overnight is even better) to allow the potatoes to soak up the seasoning.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, The Denver Post, 27 Jan. 2025
Add chickpeas to a mixing bowl and toss with the seasonings (cumin through turmeric).
—Randy Graham, Orange County Register, 22 Jan. 2025
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The View, ABC News, 7 Feb. 2025
Stir in ranch seasoning, grated garlic, and remaining 1/4 tsp.
—Ivy Odom, Southern Living, 5 Feb. 2025
Turn off heat, discard parchment, and rest for at least 30 minutes (overnight is even better) to allow the potatoes to soak up the seasoning.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, The Denver Post, 27 Jan. 2025
Add chickpeas to a mixing bowl and toss with the seasonings (cumin through turmeric).
—Randy Graham, Orange County Register, 22 Jan. 2025
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“Seasoning.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seasoning. Accessed 11 Feb. 2025.
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