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as in stove
an appliance that prepares food for consumption by heating it
a portable gas-fired cooker that's perfect for camping trips
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Recent Examples of cooker
This big, Wi-Fi-enabled charcoal cooker has 1,000-plus square inches of grate space, which is enough for a full brisket, a pork butt, and a few racks of ribs.
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Scott Gilbertson Matthew Korfhage, Wired News, 19 Sep. 2025
Serve a hearty, slow-cooker meal with a fall pitcher cocktail to make hosting effortless.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Sep. 2025
The Kansas City Chiefs own the NFL’s highest win percentage at home since their renowned cooker of defenses, Patrick Mahomes, became their starting quarterback in 2018.
—Brooks Kubena, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2025
Our Place Wonder Oven in Blue Salt Amazon shoppers are equally as excited about the countertop cooker.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 8 Sep. 2025
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Scott Gilbertson Matthew Korfhage, Wired News, 19 Sep. 2025
Serve a hearty, slow-cooker meal with a fall pitcher cocktail to make hosting effortless.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Sep. 2025
The Kansas City Chiefs own the NFL’s highest win percentage at home since their renowned cooker of defenses, Patrick Mahomes, became their starting quarterback in 2018.
—Brooks Kubena, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2025
Our Place Wonder Oven in Blue Salt Amazon shoppers are equally as excited about the countertop cooker.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 8 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cooker
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Shortly after the sheriff's deputies arrived on scene, Grayson pointed out a pot of boiling water on the stove, bodycam footage shows.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA Today,
22 Oct. 2025
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When reheating, warm gently on the stove over low heat or in the microwave, stirring occasionally.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
22 Oct. 2025
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La Bamba’s chefs are dialed in to classic cuisine, and Jefe’s nacho tower is a thing to behold.—
Moira McCarthy,
Boston Herald,
23 Oct. 2025
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This ancient technique recently caught the attention of chefs at Alchemist, a two-Michelin-star restaurant in Copenhagen, after someone noticed that milk with an ant in it started curdling in the fridge.—
Popular Science Team,
Popular Science,
23 Oct. 2025
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Bake in preheated oven until apples are tender and filling is bubbling, 45 to 50 minutes, covering edges with foil as needed to prevent any overbrowning.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
22 Oct. 2025
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Inside is a vibrant space owned by locals Michael and Ayse Barluk, where guests will find two expansive floors with an open kitchen and a large stone oven.—
Kimberly Lyn,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Oct. 2025
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Different Spins on the Viral Focaccia Sandwich While the original Trader Joe’s viral focaccia sandwich features roasted turkey, burrata, bacon, and a pesto-mayo spread, creative home cooks have been experimenting with endless variations to suit different tastes.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Oct. 2025
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The post appeared on Reddit’s r/KitchenConfidential forum, where the cook described his eight years of experience — including four years as a sous chef — before a family situation occured that caught management’s attention.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
27 Oct. 2025
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“Cooker.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cooker. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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