Select the most appropriate meaning of the highlighted word.
He uses one of the finest ingredients in his cooking.

Correct option is A

The correct synonym of the given word is (a) Components.
Given word – Ingredients: Substances that are combined to make a particular dish. (सामग्री)
Example: Fresh ingredients make the food more flavorful.
Correct answer – Components: Parts or elements of a larger whole. (घटक)
Example: The engine's failure was due to a broken component.
Synonyms: constituents, elements, parts, materials
Antonyms: whole, product, end result
Meanings of all the other given options:
· Mixtures: A combination of substances. (मिश्रण)
· Culinary: Relating to cooking or kitchens. (खानपान से संबंधित)
· Preparations: Processes or actions taken before something is done. (तैयारी)