bak·er
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plural bakers
Definition of baker
(Entry 1 of 4)
1
: a person who makes breads, cakes, pastries, etc.
Any avid baker knows that successful cakes and cookies often start with butter brought to room temperature.— Jack Bishop et al.
specifically
: someone who engages in baking as an occupation
Shopping routinely involved separate trips to the butcher, baker and green grocer … — Doris Weatherford
2a
: a device or utensil used for baking
b
: a food that is suitable for baking
It's hard to beat the delicate flavor of new potatoes or a big, fluffy baker.— Jim McCausland
Baker
biographical name (1)
Ba·ker
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Definition of Baker (Entry 2 of 4)
James Addison 1930– U.S. Secretary of Treasury (1985–88); Secretary of State (1989–92)
Baker
biographical name (2)Definition of Baker (Entry 3 of 4)
Newton Diehl 1871–1937 American statesman
Baker
biographical name (3)Definition of Baker (Entry 4 of 4)
Ray Stannard 1870–1946 pseudonym
David Grayson
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ˈgrā-sᵊn
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American author
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American author
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baker
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English Language Learners Definition of baker
: someone who bakes bread, cakes, etc.
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baker
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bak·er
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Kids Definition of baker
: a person who bakes and sells bread, cakes, or pastry
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