English · Food & Drink
raw
/rɔː/
[/rɔː/]
not cooked
Beginneradjective
Definition
Raw food has not been cooked and is eaten in its natural state.
Example
She prefers raw vegetables in her salad for their fresh crunch and bright color.
She prefers raw vegetables in her salad for their fresh crunch and bright color.
Etymology
From Old English 'hreaw', a common Germanic word.
How & Where It’s Used
Describes uncooked food; also means unprocessed or inexperienced.