Definition

A set of instructions that tells you how to prepare or make something, usually food, including a list of ingredients needed.

Example

I found a delicious recipe for chocolate cake online.

Conversation

Do you have a good recipe for chocolate cake?

Yes, I have a fantastic one that’s easy to follow!

Great! Can you share the recipe with me later?

Of course! I can even help you bake it if you want.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Recipe → It is derived from the Latin word "recipere" (meaning to receive or take). The term originally referred to a formula or set of instructions for preparing a dish, indicating that one should 'take' certain ingredients and combine them in a specific way.

Memory Tip

Think of 'receiving' instructions on how to prepare a dish — that's why a recipe tells you what to take and how to combine it.

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