cuisine

noun

cui·​sine kwi-ˈzēn 

kwē-

: manner of preparing food : style of cooking

a cooking method used in French cuisine

also : the food prepared

enjoys French cuisine

Synonyms

• cooking

Examples of cuisine in a Sentence

a cooking method used in French cuisine

a cuisine based on local ingredients

This restaurant is famous for its spicy cuisine.

Recent Examples on the Web

Chef Daniel Mangin of American Elm, which specializes in New American cuisine, is also managing the kitchen here. —Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 10 Sep. 2025

These crops, in turn, return to Saison, inspiring the cuisine that delights their guests. —Chelsea Davis, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025

Julian Hakim, co-founder of the rapidly expanding Taco Stand, says his decision to bring his Tijuana-style cuisine to the airport was driven, in part, by his own experience as a frequent flyer. —Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Sep. 2025

This route offers a harmonious blend of experiences for all ages—from archaeological wonders and cultural traditions, to exceptional cuisine, beaches, and natural landscapes. —Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 9 Sep. 2025

Word History

Etymology

French, literally, kitchen, from Old French, from Late Latin coquina — more at kitchen entry 1

First Known Use

1786, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing cuisine

• chef de cuisine
• haute cuisine
• nouvelle cuisine

Rhymes for cuisine

• agin
• alkene
• allene
• ameen
• amin
• amine
• arene
• athene
• baleen
• beeline
• benzene
• between

Kids Definition

cuisine

noun

cui·​sine kwi-ˈzēn 

kwē-

: style of cooking

Mexican cuisine

Chinese cuisine

also : the food cooked