Definition of Seasoning
Seasoning
sea·son·ing
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
the salt, spices, and herbs that are added to food when cooking to enhance its flavor;
e.g. The meat is marinated with a delicious seasoning before cooking.
(noun)
the process of treating wood and adjusting its moisture content so that it can be used as timber;
e.g. Once the wood has appropriate seasoning, it can be used for construction.
(verb)
adding salt, spices, and/or herbs to food when cooking in order to enhance flavor;
e.g. She was seasoning the dish generously to that it wouldn't be bland.
(verb)
broadly, adding a particular feature or quality to something in order to make it more exciting or lively;
e.g. He was seasoning the conversation with jokes to keep things interesting.
(verb)
treating wood and adjusting its moisture content to match that of the environment where it will be used, so that it can be used as timber;
e.g. This is the best method of seasoning wood to be used in humid areas.
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