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Meaning of Ingredient | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2
ɪnˈɡɹiːdi.ənt

Definitions

  1. One of the substances present in a mixture, especially food.
  2. A necessary element to achieve a certain goal; a component.

Equivalents

Examples

“Holonyms: mixture; whole”
“Near-synonyms: constituent, component”
“The ingredients of a Spanish omelette are potatoes, eggs, onion, and a little salt.”
“By way of analysis we may proceed from compounds to ingredients.”
“Water is the chief ingredient in all the animal fluids and solids.”
“Holonym: end result”
“Innovation is just one ingredient for continued growth.”
“Patience and understanding are key ingredients for a long-lasting marriage.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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