Thesaurus results for COOKER

cooker

noun

ˈku̇-kər

Definition of cooker

as in stove

an appliance that prepares food for consumption by heating it a portable gas-fired cooker that's perfect for camping trips

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as in chef

a person who prepares food by some manner of heating Dad was the traditional cooker of the big Sunday breakfast

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Recent Examples of cooker The kitchen block is located to the right of the entry, utilizing an optional portable induction cooker, rectangular sink with flush-mount lid and available 90-L Isotherm door fridge. — New Atlas, 8 July 2026 The chugging and churning riffs of the Swedish hard-core band’s breakout song once used to echo the pressure-cooker atmosphere of the kitchen. — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 26 June 2026 That's because slow-cookers trap moisture better than other cooking vessels and methods, and the extra liquid is needed to keep the beans and chicken from drying out. — Martha Stewart, 9 June 2026 Over the Top The Griddle Guy enamored with flat top cookers is a fan of restaurant-style food, cooking for large crowds, and as a culinary showman, relishes flamboyant presentations. — Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for cooker

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Noun

The cabinet over your stove may not be the place for heavy appliances or jars of food.

— Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2026
Brush again with glaze, rest 10 minutes on back of stove so skillet can cool.

— ABC News, ABC News, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of stove

Noun

Beckon, which first won a Michelin star in 2023, is known for its chef’s tasting menu, while Major Tom concentrates on small plates and an extensive champagne list.

— Jonathan Shikes, Denver Post, 28 Aug. 2026
The company has been introducing new products and redesigning packaging to attract more home chefs.

— Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of chef

Noun

Gulf News connects the trend with the satisfaction of making something from scratch, whether the finished product is a loaf of bread or a batch of cookies pulled straight from the oven.

— Ashley Lynch, Charlotte Observer, 3 Sep. 2026
Heat 1/3 cup oil and the pancetta in a large Dutch oven over medium.

— ABC News, ABC News, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of oven

Noun

Her husband, who works as a cook in Gyirong town on the Chinese side of the border, also survived, and the couple now stays in touch through video calls.

— Shristi Kafle, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026
What makes this solution a favorite for amateur home cooks and pro chefs alike?

— Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Sep. 2026

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