overcooked
|o/ver/cooked|
B1
🇺🇸
/ˌoʊvərˈkʊkt/
🇬🇧
/ˌəʊvəˈkʊkt/
(overcook)
excessively cooked
Etymology
Etymology Information
'overcooked' originates from the prefix 'over-' meaning 'excessively' and the verb 'cook', which comes from the Old English 'cōcian', meaning 'to prepare food by heating'.
Historical Evolution
'cōcian' transformed into the Middle English word 'coken', and eventually became the modern English word 'cook'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to prepare food by heating', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'cooked for too long'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'overcook'.
She overcooked the pasta.
Adjective 1
cooked for too long, resulting in a loss of flavor or texture.
The steak was overcooked and dry.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35