Bake Definition

bake
verb
  1. cook and make edible by putting in a hot oven; "bake the potatoes"
  2. prepare with dry heat in an oven; "bake a cake"
  3. heat by a natural force; "The sun broils the valley in the summer"
  4. be very hot, due to hot weather or exposure to the sun; "The town was broiling in the sun"; "the tourists were baking in the heat"

"Bake" in song lyrics

See how bake is used in real songs:

  • "These c.d.'s I serve the cookie cutters, mad so I bake"
    50/50 Twin f/ Yung Ro, Mista Madd — All My Thuggz
  • "Got me screamin out your name when we shake and bake"
    Amil — No 1 Can Compare
  • "In the lab acting bad, with mo' blocks to bake"
    Botany Boys — Kokane Kowboy

Usage tips for "bake"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "bake" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for bake to find words that pair well.

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