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con·di·ment \ˈkändəmənt\ noun (-s) Etymology: Middle English, from Middle French, from Latin condimentum, from condire to pickle, season + -mentum -ment — more at condite : something usually pungent, acid, salty, or spicy added to or served with food to enhance its flavor or to give added flavor : seasoning: a. : an appetizing and usually pungent substance of natural origin (as pepper, vinegar, or mustard) b. : any of various complex compositions having similar qualities (as curry or chili powder, pickles, or catsup) • con·di·men·tal \|kändə|mentəl\ adjective |