seasoned

/ˈsiːzənd/
adjective
  1. Having a lot of experience in a particular activity or job; expert or veteran.
    • She is a seasoned performer who has toured around the world.
    • The team is led by a seasoned journalist with 20 years of experience.
    • Even seasoned hikers found the trail challenging.
  2. Of food: flavored with salt, herbs, or spices.
    • The seasoned chicken was marinated overnight in garlic and rosemary.
    • I prefer my vegetables lightly seasoned with just a pinch of salt.
    • The chef added a blend of seasoned spices to the stew.
  3. Of wood or other material: treated or dried to make it ready for use.
    • The timber was properly seasoned to prevent cracking.
    • Seasoned firewood burns more efficiently than green wood.
    • The carpenter used seasoned oak for the furniture.
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