Definition

Something that can be prepared by heating it, making it suitable for eating.

Example

These vegetables are cookable and can be added to the stew.

Conversation

Have you ever tried making a dish with something unusual and cookable?

Not really, but I'm curious about what you have in mind.

I was thinking of using those edible flowers; they could be cookable and add a unique flavor.

That sounds interesting! I’d love to see how it turns out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cookable → It is formed from "cook" (from Old English "coc", meaning to prepare food) and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "cookable" means capable of being prepared or made into food.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who can 'prepare food' ('cook') and the '-able' means capable. This helps you remember that 'cookable' refers to something that can be prepared as food.

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