Culinary Meaning
/ˈkʌlɪn(ə)ɹi/Definition, CEFR level B1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
adjRelating to the practice of cookery or the activity of cooking.
adjOf or relating to a kitchen.
Sentence Examples
Cheesecloth is probably cheaper at hardware stores than culinary specialty stores.
India is a region rich in culinary culture.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The ____ arts program teaches students how to cook professionally.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Cheesecloth is probably cheaper at hardware stores than ____ specialty stores.
Word Origin & History
Borrowed from French culinaire, itself a borrowing from Latin culīnārius, from culīna (“kitchen”).
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"Sizzling kebabs, delicious kheer and the ever popular haleem -it's a clear sign that Ramadan sure brings with it a culinary awakening. At the same time, Ramadan is all about discipline and faith."
— 2016 June 16, Nandita Ravi, “Fast and feast responsibly this Ramadan!”, in The Times of India, archived from the original on 25 Feb 2017:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The ____ arts program teaches students how to cook professionally.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Cheesecloth is probably cheaper at hardware stores than ____ specialty stores.