uncooked
|un/cooked|
A2
/ʌnˈkʊkt/
(cook)
prepare food
Etymology
Etymology Information
'uncooked' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'cook' from Old English 'cōcian', which meant '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, 'cook' meant 'to prepare food by heating', and 'uncooked' has consistently meant 'not cooked'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not cooked; raw.
The vegetables were served uncooked.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35