Definitions

1. noun

a traditional Korean side dish made from fermented vegetables, usually cabbage or radish, seasoned with chili peppers, garlic, ginger, and other spices.

“My grandmother made a large batch of kimchi for the holiday dinner.”

2. verb

to season or prepare kimchi, especially as a Korean tradition.

“She kimchi-ed the cabbage to add more flavor to the dish.”

3. noun

a spicy, sour, or salty flavor, especially one characteristic of kimchi.

“The kimchi flavor added a kick to the meal.”