Definition

Relating to the process of cooking food by dry heat in an oven.

Example

The baking temperature for this recipe is 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Conversation

Have you seen my new baking dish?

No, I haven't! What does it look like?

It's really nice and perfect for baking desserts.

That sounds great! I can't wait to try some of your treats.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

The process of cooking food, especially bread or cakes, in an oven using dry heat.

Example

She enjoys baking cookies every weekend for her friends.

Conversation

I tried baking cookies yesterday, and they turned out great!

That sounds awesome! What kind of cookies did you make?

I made chocolate chip cookies, my favorite for baking.

Definition

The action of cooking food, especially bread or cakes, in an oven using dry heat.

Example

She enjoys baking cookies for her friends during the holidays.

Tense Forms

Conversation

What are you up to this weekend?

I’m thinking about baking some cookies.

That sounds fun! What kind of cookies are you baking?

Root Explanation

Baking → The word 'baking' comes from the Old English 'bacan', meaning to cook by dry heat, especially in an oven. The suffix '-ing' indicates the action or process of the verb. Therefore, 'baking' refers to the process of cooking food using dry heat, typically in an oven.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old English word 'bacan' which means to cook with dry heat — this helps you remember that 'baking' is the process of cooking food in an oven.

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