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/beɪks/
(bake)
cook by dry heat
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bake' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'bacan', where the root meant 'to dry by heat'.
Historical Evolution
'bake' changed from the Old English word 'bacan' and eventually became the modern English word 'bake'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to dry by heat' or 'to cook by heat'; over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to cook food by dry heat, especially in an oven'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural of 'bake' (events of baking or the baked goods produced).
They organized community bakes to raise money.
Synonyms
Verb 1
third-person singular present form of 'bake' (to cook food using dry heat, especially in an oven).
She bakes bread every Sunday.
Synonyms
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Last updated: 2026/01/03 03:56