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ingredient Definition

in·gre·di·ent (in grē′dē ənt)

noun

  1. any of the things that a mixture is made of
  2. a component part, or constituent, of anything

Etymology: ME < L ingrediens, prp. of ingredi: see ingress

ingredient Synonyms

ingredient

n.

constituent, component, element; see element 1, part 1. See syn. study at element.

ingredient Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • derive: We all have been eating ingredients derived from biotech crops for about 10 years in the United States.
  • modify: Genetically modified ingredients are those which have had their genes modified to give them additional or improved characteristics.
  • contain: They may not contain any active ingredient at all.
  • sourced: We endeavor to use fresh, locally produced and sourced ingredients where practical.
  • combine: These combine luxury ingredients blended from the finest quality plant oils.

Preposition: into

  • shaker: Bronx Terrace 5cl gin 3cl dry vermouth 2cl Roses's lime cordial Pour all ingredients into a shaker with ice.

Adjective modifier

  • active: They may not contain any active ingredient at all.
  • fresh: You enjoy working with fresh ingredients to create high quality products.
  • essential: Creativity is an essential ingredient to the way he works.
  • vital: The most vital ingredient in any club is the fans.
  • raw: Most of these changes mean less food is being bought as raw ingredients and more as processed food products.
  • sourced: Our delicious breakfasts feature locally sourced West Country ingredients.

Modifies a noun

  • ibuprofen: Advil tablets contain the active ingredient ibuprofen, which is a type of medicine called a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug ( NSAID ).
  • hydrochloride: This medicine contains the active ingredient ranitidine hydrochloride, which is a type of medicine called an H2-receptor antagonist.

Noun used with modifier

  • marinade: Simply combine the marinade ingredients and then let this spicy mix do all the hard work.
  • bakery: AB Mauri is ABF's international yeast and bakery ingredients division.
  • salad: In a large salad bowl mix together the salad ingredients.
  • food: Around 300,000 food businesses will be affected, subject to them using food and food ingredients containing GM soya or maize.

Preposition: in

  • blender: Place the frozen ingredients in the blender, add part of the apple juice and tamp on low speed increasing RPMs as needed.
  • bowl: Combine the Stir-Fry Sauce ingredients in a small bowl.