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Ingredient

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A component or constituent of a mixture or entity, especially in cooking or manufacturing.

Sense 1: A substance that is combined with others to create a recipe, food, or product.

Examples:

• The main ingredients for baking a cake are flour, sugar, eggs, and butter.
• Garlic is a common ingredient in many pasta dishes.
• Chemical X is one of the key ingredients in this cleaning solution.

Sense 2: Any essential element or component of a larger whole.

Examples:

• Trust is a vital ingredient in any successful relationship.
• Teamwork is an important ingredient for achieving project goals.
• Patience is the key ingredient to mastering any new skill.

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