Kitchen utensil
Kitchen Utensil
A kitchen utensil is a small hand-held tool used for food preparation.
Pronunciation
- /ˈkɪtʃɪn ˈjuːtɪnsɪl/
Etymology
The term "kitchen utensil" is derived from the Latin word "utensilis", meaning "useful", and the Middle English word "kychene", meaning a room or area where food is prepared.
Definition
A kitchen utensil is a tool used in the kitchen for food preparation or to serve food. They can be made from a variety of materials such as metal, wood, or plastic.
Types of Kitchen Utensils
There are many different types of kitchen utensils, including but not limited to:
- Spatula: A broad, flat, flexible blade used to mix, spread and lift material.
- Whisk: A utensil consisting of a wire loop that is used to whip ingredients such as eggs or cream.
- Peeler: A tool used to remove the outer skin or peel of certain vegetables, often potatoes and carrots.
- Grater: A kitchen utensil used to grate foods into fine pieces.
- Knife: A cutting tool with a sharp edge.
Related Terms
- Cookware and bakeware: These are types of food preparation containers, commonly found in a kitchen.
- Tableware: These are the dishes or dishware used for setting a table, serving food and dining.
- Home appliance: These are electrical/mechanical machines which accomplish household functions, such as cooking or cleaning.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Kitchen utensil
- Wikipedia's article - Kitchen utensil
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