undercooked
|un-der-cooked|
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/ˌʌndərˈkʊkt/
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/ˌʌndəˈkʊkt/
(undercook)
insufficiently cooked
Etymology
Etymology Information
'undercook' originates from the prefix 'under-' meaning 'below' or 'not enough' and the verb 'cook' meaning 'to prepare food by heating.'
Historical Evolution
'undercook' was formed by combining the prefix 'under-' with the verb 'cook' in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to cook insufficiently,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not cooked thoroughly or sufficiently.
The chicken was undercooked and had to be put back in the oven.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41