condimental

English

Etymology

condiment +‎ -al

Adjective

condimental (comparative more condimental, superlative most condimental)

  1. Of or pertaining to a condiment.
    • 1835, Transactions of the Highland and Agricultural Society of Scotland, page 118:
      It is a plentiful species in mountainous countries, but is rather condimental than nutritive.
    • 1912, Liberty Hyde Bailey, Cyclopedia of American agriculture, volume 2, page 457:
      The growing of medicinal, condimental and aromatic plants in the United States […]
  2. Spicy, pungent.
    • 1908, Kansas State University, Agricultural Education, volumes 1-3:
      The leek and radish are valued for their highly condimental flavors.

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