cuisine
/kwɪˈziːn/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: cuisines
Sense 1
Meaning · English
A characteristic manner or style of preparing food, often associated with a place of origin.
Noun
Examples
French cuisine is considered to be one of the world's most refined and elegant styles of cooking.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
The food prepared using such style.
Noun
Examples
For example, salsa and pico de gallo from Mexican cuisine sometimes include fruits like peach, mango or pineapple, balancing hot peppers like habanero or jalapeño with their sweetness. […] Cookbooks covering cuisines that feature swicy flavor profiles are a great place to start.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “cuisine” mean?
A characteristic manner or style of preparing food, often associated with a place of origin.
Is “cuisine” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.