cook
[kʊk]
Definition: 1. Prepare a hot meal. 2. Prepare for eating by applying heat. 3. Transform and make suitable for consumption by heating. 4. Transform by heating.
Use 'cook' in a sentence:
I was a short-order cook and a dishwasher. Her cooking was always good, but this time she had surpassed herself. Cook until the fruit is soft but not mushy.It's your turn to cook dinner. She soon acquired a reputation as a first-class cook . So far, Mr. Cook has not commented on these reports. Cook charted the coast of New Zealand in 1768.There were no children to cook for, so we could just please ourselves. Jane is a fabulous cook . I'm a lousy cook . Does anyone here consider themself a good cook ? Cook is credited with discovering Hawaii.Rick's cooking was always good but this time he really excelled himself. When it comes to cooking , I'm not in her league. You've got to hand it to her ─ she's a great cook . Mr. Cook is intending to go to the Middle East on Friday. Make sure you defrost the chicken completely before cooking . Can he cook ? I have to go and cook dinner. John is a very good cook . She has the daunting task of cooking for 20 people every day. Tonight it's my turn to cook . She was an amazingly good cook . Everyone is being very secretive ─ there's something cooking . She was a good, if messy, cook . I don't like you standing over me while I'm cooking . Cook the fruit gently until it forms a pulp.Leave the rice to cook for 20 minutes. Wrap the meat in foil before you cook it. He likes to cook in the open air. Cook over a medium heat for 15 minutes.If you cook , I'll do the washing-up. What's the best way to cook trout? Cook until the sugar starts to caramelize.I tie back my hair when I'm cooking . Whose turn is it to cook ? They had a butler, a cook , and a maid. The children seem to think I'm only fit for cooking and washing! She's an exceptionally good cook . Where did you learn to cook ? He was reputed to be a fine cook . Cook the meat on a low heat on top of the range.My cooking is of the 'quick and simple' variety. When you cook , could you please tidy up after yourself. They serve good French cooking . She was employed as a cook in a hotel. This chicken isn't cooked in the middle. The male hunters brought back the food for their womenfolk to cook . What's the best way to cook steak? Whenever did you find time to do all that cooking ? I've never cooked this before so it's an experiment. Jane's a fabulous cook .