puree

noun
UK: /ˈpjʊəreɪ/
US: /ˈpjʊreɪ/

  1. A smooth, creamy food made by crushing fruits or vegetables.

    1. I made a carrot puree for the baby.
    2. The chef served a delicate pea puree with the roasted lamb, enhancing its flavor.

Synonyms

mash blend cream
puree transitive-verb

  1. To crush food into a smooth, creamy paste or liquid.

    1. Puree the tomatoes for the soup.
    2. She decided to puree the cooked apples to make a smooth sauce for dessert.

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "puree" is /ˈpjʊəreɪ/ in British English and /ˈpjʊreɪ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "puree": mash, blend, cream.

Example usage of "puree": "I made a carrot puree for the baby.". More examples on the page.