uncooked

adjective

un·​cooked ˌən-ˈku̇kt How to pronounce uncooked (audio)
Synonyms of uncookednext
: not cooked : raw
uncooked shrimp

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crunching on uncooked carrots
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Lift edges of egg and let uncooked portion flow underneath. — Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Apr. 2026 To make one, grab a clean, thick sock (preferably a larger one) and fill it with uncooked rice, oats, or flaxseed. — Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 18 May 2026 Her eyes, a brilliant green, shone like bits of costume jewelry poked into an uncooked loaf of bread. — Stephen King, The Atlantic, 15 May 2026 Once customers are seated and have ordered, a rolling robot blasting energetic tunes will turn the corner with their uncooked items. — Kansas City Star, 29 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for uncooked

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1775, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of uncooked was circa 1775

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“Uncooked.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/uncooked. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.

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