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ingredient

/ɪnˈɡɹiːdi.ənt/noun4 syllables

Ingredient means: an abstract part of something.

Synonyms for ingredient5

noun, as in an abstract part of something

component, constituent, element, factor

noun, as in food that is a component of a mixture in cooking

fixings

What does ingredient mean?3

noun

1

an abstract part of something“jealousy was a component of his character”

2

food that is a component of a mixture in cooking“the recipe lists all the fixings for a salad”

3

a component of a mixture or compound

Definitions from the Open English WordNet, CC BY 4.0.

What rhymes with ingredient?1

four syllables

obedient
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Ingredient in a sentence

  • Raw, simmered, or grilled, tomatoes are a delicious ingredient.peterius
  • Cookies may contain nuts or peanuts, even if not included in the ingredient list.unknown
  • The ingredients of frappé coffee are instant coffee, water, sugar and, optionally, milk.Nylez
  • Some of the ingredients are harmful, especially if you are pregnant.Dejo
  • Some of the ingredients in this beverage are harmful, especially if you are pregnant.hecko
  • Bacon, lard, butter, cream, margarine, and oil are very greasy ingredients.AlanF_US
  • The main ingredients are potatoes, flour and raisins.CM
  • To help combat obesity, some cities have banned unhealthful ingredients in restaurant food.Cangarejo

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Forms of ingredient

as a noun

plural
ingredients