Hypertext Webster Gateway: "condiment"

From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) (web1913)

Condiment \Con"di*ment\, n. [L. condimentum, fr. condire. See
{Condite}.]
Something used to give relish to food, and to gratify the
taste; a pungment and appetizing substance, as pepper or
mustard; seasoning.

As for radish and the like, they are for condiments,
and not for nourishment. --Bacon.

From WordNet (r) 1.7 (wn)

condiment
n : a preparation (a sauce or relish or spice) to enhance flavor
or enjoyment: "mustard and ketchup are condiments"


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