baked
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/beɪkt/
(bake)
cook by dry heat
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bake' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'bacan', where 'bacan' meant 'to bake'.
Historical Evolution
'bacan' transformed into the Middle English word 'baken', and eventually became the modern English word 'bake'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to cook by dry heat', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'bake'.
She baked a cake for the party.
Adjective 1
cooked by dry heat in an oven.
The baked bread smelled delicious.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39