catsup

[ˈkæt.səp]

catsup Definition

a thick cold sauce made from tomatoes, vinegar, sugar, and spices, typically eaten with fried or grilled food.

Using catsup: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "catsup" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I always put catsup on my fries.

  • Example

    The burger comes with a side of catsup.

  • Example

    She made her own catsup using fresh tomatoes from her garden.

catsup Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for catsup

Phrases with catsup

  • to meet up with someone after not seeing them for a while

    Example

    We need to catchup with each other soon.

  • play catch-up

    to try to reach the same level of progress as others after falling behind

    Example

    After being sick for a week, she had to play catch-up with her schoolwork.

  • a container used to hold and dispense catsup

    Example

    He accidentally knocked over the catsup bottle and it spilled all over the table.

Origins of catsup

from Chinese 'kôechiap', meaning 'brine of fish'

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Summary: catsup in Brief

The term 'catsup' [ˈkæt.səp] refers to a thick cold sauce made from tomatoes, vinegar, sugar, and spices, typically eaten with fried or grilled food. It is also known as 'ketchup' or 'tomato sauce.' 'Catsup' is often paired with fries or burgers, and can be homemade using fresh tomatoes. The phrase 'catchup with someone' means to meet up with someone after not seeing them for a while, while 'play catch-up' means to try to reach the same level of progress as others after falling behind.