Cooker

Cooker

/ˈkʊkə/
Noun United Kingdom

Otherwise known as an oven.

Example Sentences

"That's a proper Cooker, that is."
"I've never seen such a Cooker in all my life."

Etymology & History

British term for stove/range, the appliance for cooking. Americans use 'stove' or 'range'. British 'cooker' emerged as gas/electric cookers replaced ranges in early 20th century. The term is practical and descriptive. 'Put it in the cooker' is British; Americans 'put it in the oven' (British: part of the cooker).

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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