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cook

 
 
pronunciation:
kUk
parts of speech:
verb, noun
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part of speech: verb
inflections: cooks, cooking, cooked
definition: to prepare food for eating by using heat.
She cooked macaroni and cheese for dinner.
 
 
part of speech: noun
definition: a person who cooks.
The cook tried a new recipe this evening.
 
derivation: cooked (adj.)
Word Builder: cook +
  • cookout:
    a meal that is cooked and eaten outdoors; barbecue.
  • cookbook:
    a book with recipes and directions for cooking.
  • cookware:
    pots, pans, and other things for cooking food.
  • cookstove:
    a stove.
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place for cooking
some actions associated with cooking
some measurements used in cooking
some people associated with cooking
some things used in cooking
some ways of cooking