Lingo

Food and Drinks

28 Words

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leftover
1.
left
o
ver
Noun

a remaining portion of something, often used to describe food that has not been eaten or a material that has not been used up

We had leftovers from dinner, so I didn't need to cook today.

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cuisine
2.
cui
sine
Noun

a method or style of cooking that is specific to a country or region

They sampled a variety of Asian cuisine, including sushi, dim sum, and curry.

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appetite
3.
a
ppe
tite
Noun

the feeling of wanting food

After a long day of hiking, her appetite was hearty, craving a substantial meal to replenish her energy.

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seafood
4.
sea
food
Noun

any sea creature that is eaten as food such as fish, shrimp, seaweed, and shellfish

She's a seafood aficionado, specializing in preparing sushi and sashimi at home.

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nut
5.
nut
Noun

a small fruit with a seed inside a hard shell that grows on some trees

Almonds are a type of nut that's high in healthy fats and protein.

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herb
6.
herb
Noun

a plant with seeds, leaves, or flowers used for cooking or medicine, such as mint and parsley

I love the aroma of fresh herbs in my kitchen.

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bakery
7.
ba
ke
ry
Noun

a place where bread and cakes are made and often sold

She stopped by the bakery to buy fresh croissants.

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dessert
8.
dessert
Noun

‌sweet food eaten after the main dish

He whipped up a batch of brownies as a quick dessert.

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season
9.
sea
son
Noun

a period of time that a year is divided into, such as winter and summer, with each having three months

During the spring season, my son enjoys swimming in the pool.

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dairy
10.
dai
ry
Noun

milk and milk products that are produced by mammals such as cows, goats, and sheep collectively

She avoids dairy because she's lactose intolerant.

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caffeine
11.
ca
ffeine
Noun

a substance present in coffee or tea that makes one's brain more active

The caffeine in her morning coffee helped her focus at work.

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pasta
12.
pas
ta
Noun

an Italian food that is a mixture of flour, water, and at times eggs formed it into different shapes, typically eaten with a sauce when cooked

She cooked a delicious pasta dish with marinara sauce and fresh basil for dinner.

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vegan
13.
ve
gan
Noun

someone who does not consume or use anything that is produced from animals, such as meat, milk, or eggs

She became a vegan after learning about the ethical and environmental impact of animal agriculture.

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flour
14.
flour
Noun

a fine powder made by crushing wheat or other grains, used for making bread, cakes, pasta, etc.

For a gluten-free option, substitute regular flour with almond flour in the cake recipe.

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snack
15.
snack
Noun

a small meal that is usually eaten between the main meals or when there is not much time for cooking

At the party, there were many snacks to choose from.

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organic
16.
or
ga
nic
Adjective

(of food or farming techniques) produced or done without any artificial or chemical substances

Organic farming relies on natural methods and avoids the use of synthetic pesticides and fertilizers.

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raw
17.
raw
Adjective

related to foods that have not been exposed to heat or any form of cooking

She enjoyed a salad made with raw vegetables and leafy greens.

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fresh
18.
fresh
Adjective

(of food) recently harvested, caught, or made

He made a smoothie with fresh bananas and blueberries.

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juicy
19.
jui
cy
Adjective

(of food) having a lot of liquid and tasting fresh or flavorful

The juicy watermelon was refreshing on a hot summer day.

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rich
20.
rich
Adjective

owning a great amount of money or things that cost a lot

He invested wisely and became incredibly rich.

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nutritious
21.
nut
ri
tious
Adjective

(of food) containing substances that are good for the growth and health of the body

The nutritious salad was packed with fresh vegetables and leafy greens.

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ripe
22.
ripe
Adjective

(of fruit or crop) fully developed and ready for consumption

You can enjoy the natural sweetness of a ripe peach by biting into it and letting the juice drip down your chin.

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un
ripe
Adjective

not ready to be harvested or consumed yet

The unripe bananas were still green and too firm to eat.

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season
24.
sea
son
Noun

a period of time that a year is divided into, such as winter and summer, with each having three months

During the spring season, my son enjoys swimming in the pool.

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homemade
25.
home
made
Adjective

having been made at home, rather than in a factory or store, especially referring to food

She baked a batch of homemade cookies for the bake sale.

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edible
26.
e
di
ble
Noun

a substance that is safe and suitable for consumption as food

The chef displayed several edibles on the table.

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tender
27.
ten
der
Adjective

caring and compassionate toward others

She's a tender person, always showing kindness and empathy towards those in need.

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strong
28.
strong
Adjective

having a lot of physical power

He was able to lift the heavy box because he was so strong.

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