recipe

noun
UK: /ˈres.ɪ.pi/
US: /ˈres.ə.pi/

  1. A set of instructions for cooking or baking something.

    1. I found a simple recipe for chocolate chip cookies online. [ ] [ ]
    2. This cookbook contains a wide variety of recipes, from simple snacks to elaborate meals. [ ] [ ]

  2. A method of achieving a desired result or outcome; a formula or prescription.

    1. The recipe for success includes hard work and dedication. [ ] [ ]
    2. Their recipe for conflict resolution involves open communication and compromise. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

formula method procedure
recipe verb

  1. To prescribe or formulate as a recipe.

    1. The pharmacist will recipe the medicine. [ ] [ ]
    2. The doctor recipe a specific treatment plan based on the patient's needs. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "recipe" in English means: A set of instructions for cooking or baking something., A method of achieving a desired result or outcome; a formula or prescription..

The phonetic transcription of "recipe" is /ˈres.ɪ.pi/ in British English and /ˈres.ə.pi/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "recipe": formula, method, procedure.

Example usage of "recipe": "I found a simple recipe for chocolate chip cookies online.". More examples on the page.