Rooms in the House-kitchen
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juliroze Teacher on December 11, 2008
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Words used to describe items and furniture in the kitchen.
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 blender | an electrically powered mixer with whirling blades that mix or chop or liquefy foods |
| pepper and salt shakers | These come in many shapes and sizes, and hold two of the most popular seasonings for use at the table. |
| jug | A container with a narrow neck and a ring the size of one finger at the top. |
| teapot | A container use for making or serving tea. |
| kettle | This is used on the stove for heating water. |
| pitcher | If we were discussing baseball, we would say this is the guy who throws the ball, but this is "kitchen" vocabulary, so think of a container for water, milk, juice, etc. |
| coffee maker | An electric appliance with a filter, a pot and grounds, used to make one of the most popular morning beverages. |
| grill | A ________ is most often used outside, using charcoal or gas for heat, but there are some indoors versions also. |
| microwave | kitchen appliance that cooks food by passing an electromagnetic wave through it |
| cook | This can mean the person who prepares the food, or the process of preparing the food. |
| housekeeper | A person who assists with household chores. |
| apron | This is worn over the clothing when one is working in the kitchen to keep clothing clean. |
| trash | Another word for garbage. |
| garbage disposal | An appliance that fits under the sink so food waste can be disposed of through the kitchen drain. |
| toaster | small kitchen appliance that browns slices of bread, bagels, English muffins, etc. |
| saucepan | a metal container of moderate depth, usually having a long handle and sometimes a cover, for stewing, boiling, etc |
| frying pan | A pan used for preparing fried foods. |
| rolling pin | A utensil consisting of a cylinder (usually of wood) with a handle at each end |
| counter | A flat surface for preparing food |
| countertop | The ______________ is covered with formica, marble, or other sturdy material. |
| scale | A device for weighing food (or people, but not in the kitchen) |
| bottle opener | An opener for removing caps or corks |
| corkscrew | A spiral-shaped device for opening wine or champagne |
| napkins | Pieces of paper or fabric used for wiping mouth and hands while eating. |
| dish towels | Linens used for drying dishes |
| hand towels | Linens used for drying hands |
| silverware | Spoons, forks and knives |
| cutlery | silverware or knives |
| dish soap | Cleaning liquid especially formulated for washing dishes |
| fork, spoon, knife | silverware |
| sink | Please put the dirty dishes in the ________ so I can wash them. |
| table | Furniture in the dining room or kitchen where people take their meals. |
| stove | This appliance uses electricity or gas for cooking. |
| oven | This is a compartment in the stove used for baking. |
| dishwasher | If a dog is man's best friend, then this appliance for washing dishes is woman's best friend. |
| dustpan | A small tool used for picking up debris which has been swept into a pile on the floor. |
| wastebasket | A trash receptacle |
| refrigerator | This appliance keeps food cold or frozen. |
| faucet | Also called a spigot, you can get cold or hot water from this. |
| drain | An opening in the bottom of the sink which is connected to the plumbing under the sink. |
| cupboard | Cabinets, usually attached to the wall above the counter, for storing dishes, food, and other kitchen items. |
| cutting board | Made of wood, plastic or other sturdy material, this is used when cutting food to avoid damaging the countertop. |
| spork | A fairly new eating tool which combines a spoon and fork. |
| chair | Something to sit on when eating |
| glasses | Receptacles for drinks |
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