NYT Dictionary

COOKOUT

/ˈkʊkaʊt/
NounCOOK-outcook-out · 2 syllablesGrade 2

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2019, 2020, 2023, 2024

Meaning

A gathering for a meal that is cooked and eaten outside; either a domestic barbecue or a larger social event.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

From cook + out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

barbecuebreakfastbrunchclambakedinerdinnerelevenseslunchluncheonmash

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 2 recorded puzzles:

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