Meaning & Definition of word "Smoked"
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Smoked
/smoʊkt/
verb:
- 1. past tense of smoke; to have inhaled or exhaled smoke from a burning substance, especially tobacco.
- Example: He smoked a cigarette while waiting for the bus.
- 2. to have been subjected to smoke, especially in the context of food preparation.
- Example: The salmon was smoked for several hours to enhance its flavor.
adjective:
- 1. prepared by being subjected to smoke, particularly in cooking.
- Example: We ordered a smoked brisket sandwich for lunch.
- 2. having a flavor or aroma of smoke, often as a result of cooking.
- Example: The smoked paprika added a rich depth to the dish.
Etymology
Middle English smok, from Old English smoca, from Proto-Germanic *smokō.
Common Phrases and Expressions
smoked out:
forced to evacuate a place due to smoke or fire.
smoke and mirrors:
deceptive or misleading actions.
smoke the competition:
to greatly outperform rivals.
Related Words
smoke:
A visible vapor produced by burning or smoldering substances.
smoky:
Having smoke or a smoky flavor.
Slang Meanings of smoked
Meaning: To be under the influence of marijuana.
Example Sentence: After they smoked, everything seemed way more fun.
Meaning: To experience a heavy defeat.
Example Sentence: We got smoked in that game; they were way better.