This document defines 25 words related to cooking, food, and digestion. It provides the pronunciation and definition of each word, along with an example sentence. Some of the words included are shepherd, pouch, inadvertently, pungent, effervescent, disguise, kefir, tonic, culinary, and devour.
This document defines 25 words related to cooking, food, and digestion. It provides the pronunciation and definition of each word, along with an example sentence. Some of the words included are shepherd, pouch, inadvertently, pungent, effervescent, disguise, kefir, tonic, culinary, and devour.
This document defines 25 words related to cooking, food, and digestion. It provides the pronunciation and definition of each word, along with an example sentence. Some of the words included are shepherd, pouch, inadvertently, pungent, effervescent, disguise, kefir, tonic, culinary, and devour.
sheep and move them from one place to another. - Ex: Shepherd man sitting in a pasture.
2. pouch (n) /paʊtʃ/
- a bag or soft container for a small object or a small amount of something. - Ex: The pouch she was wearing looked unique.
3. inadvertently (v) /ˌɪn.ədˈvɜː.tənt.li/
- in a way that is not intentional - Ex: She inadvertently broke the glass.
4. pungent (adj) /ˈpʌn.dʒənt/
- smelling or tasting very strong and sharp - Ex: She can't eat this dish because it tastes pungent. 5. effervescent (adj) /ˌef.əˈves.ənt/ - An effervescent liquid produces bubbles of gas. - Ex: She was amused to see the water-soluble effervescent vitamin C.
6. disguise (v) /dɪsˈɡaɪz/
- to give a new appearance to a person or thing, especially in order to hide its true form. - The pigmentation marks on her face were perfectly disguised by the makeup.
7. kefir (n) /kəˈfiər/
- a sour drink made from fermented milk, originally from Russia and Central Asia - Ex: Kefir contains many beneficial intestinal bacteria.
8. tonic (n) /ˈtɒn.ɪk/
- a liquid medicine that has the general effect of making you feel better rather than treating a particular health problem that you might have. - Ex: Drinking a glass of ginger tonic can help soothe an upset stomach and provide a refreshing boost. 9. culinary (adj) /ˈkʌl.ɪ.nər.i/ - connected with cooking or kitchens - Ex: The culinary arts involve various techniques and skills used to prepare delicious and visually appealing dishes for people to enjoy.
10. devour (v) /dɪˈvaʊər/
- to eat something eagerly and in large amounts so that nothing is left - The hungry lion devoured its prey in just a few minutes.
11. consistency (n) /kənˈsɪs.tən.si/
- the physical nature of a substance, especially a thick liquid, for example by being thick or thin, smooth or lumpy, etc - Ex: Maintaining consistency in her work helped her build a strong reputation.
12. liquefy (v) /ˈlɪk.wɪ.faɪ/
- to (cause a gas or a solid to) change into a liquid form - Ex: The chemist added heat to the mixture, causing the solid substance to liquefy.
13. pungency (n) /ˈpʌn.dʒən.si/
- the quality of having a sharp strong smell or taste - Ex: The freshly cut onion added a distinct pungency to the salad, making our eyes water.
14. subtle (adj) /ˈsʌt.əl/
- not loud, bright, noticeable, or obvious in any way - Ex: The artist used subtle colors in her painting, which made the overall effect even more beautiful.
15. aroma (n) /əˈrəʊ.mə/
- a strong, pleasant smell, usually from food or drink - Ex: The aroma of freshly baked cookies filled the house.
16. yeast (n) /jiːst/
- a type of fungus that is used in making alcoholic drinks such as beer and wine, and for making bread swell and become light. - Ex: My mother always added a small amount of yeast to the bread dough to make it fluffy and soft when baked.
17. ripen (v) /ˈraɪ.pən/
- to (cause to) become ripe. - Ex: The peaches on the tree were slowly ripening under the summer sun.
18. decent (adj) /ˈdiː.sənt/
- socially acceptable or good - Ex: She is a decent person who always tries to help others when they are in need.
19. prevail (v) /prɪˈveɪl/
- to get control or influence - Ex: With determination and hard work, the underdog team managed to prevail against their stronger opponents in the final match.
20. sourdough (n) /ˈsaʊə.dəʊ/
- a mixture of flour and water that is left to ferment (= change in a chemical process) and then used to make bread - Ex: She enjoyed the crusty texture and tangy flavor of the homemade sourdough bread at the local bakery.
21. tangy (adj) /ˈtæŋ.i/
- A tangy flavour is pleasantly strong and sharp - The lemonade was pleasantly tangy, making it a perfect thirst quencher on a hot summer day.
22. pancake (n) /ˈpæn.keɪk/
- a thin, flat, round cake made from a mixture of flour, milk, and egg, fried on both sides. - Ex: She enjoyed flipping pancakes on the griddle. 23. digestive (adj) /daɪˈdʒes.tɪv/ - relating to the digestion of food - Ex: Eating a balanced diet can help improve your overall digestive health.
24. clutch (v) /klʌtʃ/
- to take or try to take hold of something or someone tightly, usually in fear, worry, or pain. - Ex: When she saw her lost necklace on the ground, she grabbed it in a clutch.
25. unassuming (adj) /ˌʌn.əˈsjuː.mɪŋ/
- Someone who is unassuming is quiet and shows no wish for attention or admiration. - Ex: Despite his great achievements, he remained an unassuming and down-to-earth person
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