ingredient

US /ɪnˈɡridiənt/

UK /ɪnˈgri:diənt/

B1

noun

  • A component part or element of something.
  • A quality or element that is essential or important.
  • An essential quality or component.
  • A quality or element that is necessary to achieve a particular result.
  • Food item used when making a meal or drink
  • Quality necessary to be something to work well