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cook-off

noun \ ˈku̇k-ˌȯf , -ˌäf \

Definition of cook-off

: a cooking competition

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First Known Use of cook-off

1936

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cook off

verb

Definition of cook off

intransitive verb
of a cartridge
: to fire as a result of overheating

First Known Use of cook off

1945

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COOK-OFF Defined for English Language Learners

cook-off

noun

Definition of cook-off for English Language Learners

  • : a competition in cooking

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