Condimentary

/ˌkɑndɪˈmɛntɛri/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or resembling a condiment; having the nature or function of a condiment.

Etymology

From condiment plus the adjective-forming suffix -ary (variant of -al). Creates a more technical or specialized adjective form common in older scientific writing.

Kelly Says

'-ary' creates very formal adjectives (library, ordinary, secondary), so 'condimentary' is the stuffiest way to describe something flavoring-related—imagine a Victorian chemist discussing 'condimentary compounds.'

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