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Food and Drink Preparation - Kitchenware

Here you will learn the names of different kitchenware in English such as "peeler", "colander", and "spatula".

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apple corer

a kitchen tool used to remove the core and seeds from apples, leaving the flesh intact for various culinary purposes

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apple cutter

a kitchen tool designed to cut apples into slices or wedges for easy and convenient snacking or cooking

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peeler
peeler
[noun]

a special device or knife for removing the skin of vegetables or fruit

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baster
baster
[noun]

a kitchen tool used to suction up juices or liquid from a container and then dispense them over food for basting

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blowtorch
blowtorch
[noun]

a handheld tool that produces an intense flame for tasks like soldering, welding, heating materials, and culinary techniques such as caramelizing and browning food

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bottle opener

a small tool used to open the metal top of a bottle

Ex: He grabbed a bottle opener to open his drink. 
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bread knife

a long, serrated knife designed specifically for slicing through bread and other baked goods without crushing or squishing them

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cheese cutter

a device used to slice cheese into thin, uniform pieces, typically consisting of a cutting wire or blade and a handle

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cheesecloth

a lightweight, gauzy fabric commonly used in cooking and food preparation to strain liquids, bundle herbs and spices, and wrap cheese

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cherry pitter

a kitchen tool specifically designed for removing pits from cherries, making it easier to enjoy the fruit without the pits

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cleaver
cleaver
[noun]

a large, heavy knife with a wide and rectangular blade that is typically used for chopping and slicing through meat and bones

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colander
colander
[noun]

a bowl-shaped kitchen utensil with holes, used for draining liquids from foods like pasta or washed vegetables

Ex: She poured the cooked spaghetti into the colander to drain the water. 
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corkscrew
corkscrew
[noun]

a small tool with a pointy spiral metal for pulling out corks from bottles

Ex: She struggled for a moment before remembering to use the corkscrew to open the bottle of wine for dinner. 
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cutting board

a wooden or plastic board on which meat or vegetables are cut

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egg timer
egg timer
[noun]

a glass object showing three to five minutes by sand flow, used to measure the time it takes to boil eggs

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fish slice

a kitchen tool with a long, flat, and slightly curved surface used for flipping and turning delicate foods like fish

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spatula
spatula
[noun]

a kitchen tool with a broad and flat part on one end, used for turning and lifting food

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turner
turner
[noun]

a flat kitchen utensil with a long handle used to lift and flip foods, such as pancakes, burgers, and vegetables, while cooking

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sifter
sifter
[noun]

a kitchen utensil that is used for separating coarse and fine particles, such as flour, sugar, or cocoa powder, by passing them through a mesh screen or sieve

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mill
mill
[noun]

a special grinding machine that crushes grain into flour

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funnel
funnel
[noun]

a cone-shaped kitchen tool used for pouring liquids or powders into a container with a small opening without spilling

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garlic press

a small handheld kitchen tool used for crushing garlic

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grater
grater
[noun]

a kitchen tool having a surface with sharped holes used for cutting food into very small pieces

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strainer
strainer
[noun]

a kitchen tool with many holes used for separating solid materials from liquids

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ladle
ladle
[noun]

a type of large spoon with a long handle and a deep bowl, particularly used for serving liquid food

Ex: She used a ladle to serve the soup into bowls. 
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reamer
reamer
[noun]

a handheld tool with a conical ridged end used for manually extracting juice from citrus fruits like lemons, limes, and oranges

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squeezer
squeezer
[noun]

a handheld tool designed to extract juice from fruits and vegetables by applying pressure to the fruit while it is placed in the device

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measuring cup

a container with numbers on it for measuring the quantity of something when cooking, used mainly in the US

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meat tenderizer

a kitchen tool, usually a mallet or a spiked device, used to physically break down the muscle fibers and connective tissue of tough cuts of meat to make it more tender

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peel
peel
[noun]

a flat, shovel-like implement used for transferring bread, pizza, or other baked items in and out of an oven

Ex: The baker used a peel to slide the bread into the oven. 
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pepper mill

a kitchen tool used to grind whole peppercorns into a finer powder

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potholder
potholder
[noun]

a thick, insulated pad or cloth used in the kitchen to protect hands from hot cookware or to grip and handle hot pots, pans, and dishes safely

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rolling pin

a cylindrical, usually wooden, kitchen tool with handles, used to flatten dough or pastry

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scale
scale
[noun]

a device used to weigh people or objects

Ex: The bathroom scale indicated that she had lost a few pounds after her diet and exercise regimen. 
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sieve
sieve
[noun]

a tool with many small holes and a wire net used for separating solid materials from smaller ones or liquids

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slotted spoon

‌a spoon of a large size with holes, used for separating solid pieces of food from liquid

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spider
spider
[noun]

a type of wire-mesh skimmer used to remove food items from hot liquids or oil, typically has a long handle and a shallow, wide wire basket similar to a spider's web

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tin opener

a kitchen tool designed to open metal cans by cutting through the top with a rotating blade and a serrated wheel

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twine
twine
[noun]

a strong, thin cord, often used in cooking to tie up meat or vegetables before cooking, or for bundling herbs or other food items together for easy removal from soups or stews

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whisk
whisk
[noun]

a utensil with a coil of wires used for whipping, beating, or mixing food

Ex: Beat the eggs with a whisk until fluffy. 
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zester
zester
[noun]

a kitchen tool designed to remove the zest, or the colored outer layer of citrus fruit, such as lemons, limes, and oranges, in thin strips or shreds

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can opener

a tool used to open cans of food

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tea strainer

a small mesh or perforated device used to strain tea leaves or other solids from liquid tea when pouring from a teapot or teacup

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oven glove

a protective textile glove used to handle hot cookware or bakeware in the oven

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cheeseboard

a flat board or platter used to serve and display a variety of cheeses, often accompanied by other foods such as crackers, fruits, nuts, or meats

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chopping block

a large, sturdy, and durable wooden or plastic board used for chopping, slicing, and preparing food

Ex: I placed the vegetables on the chopping block to start preparing the salad. 
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chopping board

a flat board used in the kitchen for cutting vegetables, fruits, meat, and other food items

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dish rack
dish rack
[noun]

a kitchen tool designed to hold washed dishes, cups, and utensils in an organized way while they air-dry

Ex: A plastic dish rack is easy to clean and light to move. 
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breadboard

a flat board made of wood, plastic, or other materials, primarily used for slicing bread or other baked goods

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cooling rack

a raised and open grid-like structure used to place freshly baked or cooked food to cool

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egg slicer

a kitchen tool used for slicing boiled eggs into even, thin slices

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eggbeater
eggbeater
[noun]

a handheld kitchen tool with two or more beaters or whisks used to beat, whisk, or mix ingredients by hand

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kitchen scissors

a pair of scissors specifically designed for use in the kitchen, typically used for cutting food items such as herbs, meats, or packaging

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utensil
utensil
[noun]

an object that is used for cooking or eating

Ex: Make sure you have the right utensils, like a spatula and whisk, for this recipe. 
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mandolin
mandolin
[noun]

a kitchen tool used for slicing fruits and vegetables with an adjustable blade

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measuring spoon

a kitchen utensil with standardized capacities used for measuring small amounts of ingredients

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coffeepot
coffeepot
[noun]

a type of kitchenware used for making and serving coffee, usually made of metal or ceramic, and featuring a spout for pouring and a handle for carrying

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masher
masher
[noun]

a kitchen tool designed to mash cooked vegetables, fruits, or other foods into a soft and uniform texture

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timer
timer
[noun]

a device used to measure the time that something takes, used when doing something such as cooking

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ricer
ricer
[noun]

a kitchen tool used for mashing and pureeing food into a fine and uniform texture, typically used for making mashed potatoes or baby food

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spiralizer

a kitchen gadget used to turn vegetables or fruits into spiral shapes

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cookie-cutter

a small, typically metal or plastic, kitchen tool used to cut dough or fondant into various decorative shapes

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cheese press

a kitchen tool used in the production of cheese to press and shape the curds into a solid block or wheel

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