kitchen

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Cooking

n. a particular style of cooking or type of food.

n. a specific style of cooking or culinary tradition; often used as a synonym for cuisine.

“This restaurant is famous for its excellent fusion kitchen.”

“The chef specialises in Mediterranean kitchen, focusing on fresh seafood and locally sourced olive oils.”

C2 · Proficiency Uncountable noun Music Informal · Technical

n. the section of an orchestra that includes drums and other instruments you hit.

n. the percussion section of an orchestra, colloquially referred to by musicians.

“The composer added more bells and drums to keep the kitchen busy.”

“During the finale, the kitchen was particularly active, with four players coordinating a complex rhythmic sequence on the timpani and cymbals.”

C1 · Advanced Cooking Informal

v. to work in a kitchen or prepare a meal.

v. to perform tasks related to food preparation or to manage kitchen duties.

“He spent all Sunday kitchening for the upcoming week.”

“The staff spent the afternoon kitchening in preparation for the evening's gala dinner.”