Meaning & Definition
noun
A person who bakes and sells bread, pastries, and other baked goods.
The baker at the local shop wakes up early to prepare fresh bread every morning.
A person who makes and sells baked products, especially bread.
After years of training, she became a skilled baker known for her artisan loaves.
A professional who works in a bakery.
The baker expertly decorated the wedding cakes with intricate designs.
Etymology
Derived from the Old English 'bacan,' meaning to bake.
Common Phrases and Expressions
master baker:
An expert baker, often skilled in various baking techniques.
baker's dozen:
Thirteen items, originally referring to the practice of bakers giving one extra item for free.
Slang Meanings
To bake marijuana products.
We're gonna bake some brownies for the party.