Definition

Noun: A thick, seasoned condiment or sauce made primarily from cooked tomatoes, vinegar, sugar, and spices.

Usage

"Tomato ketchup" is used as a mass noun. It refers to the specific condiment and is typically served with foods like french fries, burgers, and eggs. - Please pass the tomato ketchup. - This recipe calls for a tablespoon of tomato ketchup.

Advanced Usage

• "Ketchup" as a default term: In many English-speaking regions, especially the US, the word "ketchup" alone is commonly understood to mean tomato ketchup. The phrase "tomato ketchup" is often used for clarity or in formal labeling.
  • The label clearly states "tomato ketchup."

Variants and Related Words

• Ketchup (noun): The common shortened form.
• Tomato sauce (noun): In some regions (e.g., Australia, New Zealand), this term can refer to a similar product, though it may be less sweet and thick than what is labeled "ketchup" in other countries.
• Condiment (noun): A general term for a substance like salt, mustard, or ketchup used to add flavor to food.

Synonyms

• Tomato sauce (context-dependent, see above)
• Red sauce (informal)

Related Phrases

• A bottle of ketchup: The standard way to refer to a container of this condiment.
  • We need to buy a new bottle of ketchup.

Noun

1. thick spicy sauce made from tomatoes