culinary

/ˈkʌlɪn(ə)ɹi/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Sense 1

Meaning · English

Relating to the practice of cookery or the activity of cooking.

Adjective

Examples

Her culinary skills were excellent.

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

Of or relating to a kitchen.

Adjective

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “culinary” mean?

Relating to the practice of cookery or the activity of cooking.

Is “culinary” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.