culinary

adjective

cu·​li·​nary ˈkə-lə-ˌner-ē  ˈkyü-  ˈkü- 

: of or relating to the kitchen or cookery

culinary arts

culinary recipes

culinary schools

culinarily

ˌkə-lə-ˈner-ə-lē 

ˌkyü-

ˌkü-

adverb

Examples of culinary in a Sentence

They serve a variety of culinary delights.

Recent Examples on the Web

Lombardo draws a comparison between Sicily and Detroit, in the ways each place has embraced the culinary traditions of various cultures. —Lyndsay C. Green, Freep.com, 15 Oct. 2025

While digging there, archaeologists found artifacts — both written and visual — that offered clues to ancient culinary practices. —Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 15 Oct. 2025

Don't expect white tablecloths and a snooty ambiance; the culinary gem prides itself on its fun and casual atmosphere. —Gabi De La Rosa, Southern Living, 15 Oct. 2025

Established in 2021 with Levy Restaurants and sponsor KeyBank, the program this year includes chefs who oversee restaurants, catering companies and even culinary training programs. —Bradley Hohulin, IndyStar, 15 Oct. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Latin culinarius, from culina kitchen — more at kiln

First Known Use

1638, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for culinary

• accessary
• adversary
• ancillary
• arbitrary
• aviary
• axillary
• beriberi
• breviary
• budgetary
• capillary
• catenary
• cautionary

Kids Definition

culinary

adjective

cul·​i·​nary

ˈkəl-ə-ˌner-ē,

ˈkyü-lə-

: of or relating to the kitchen or cooking

culinary workers

culinary skills