Definitions

1. verb

to cook something for too long, resulting in a loss of flavor, texture, or nutritional value

“If you overcook the steak, it will be tough and dry.”

2. noun

the result of cooking something for too long

“The overcook of the vegetables made them unappetizing.”

3. verb

to prepare or cook something imperfectly, often resulting in an unpleasant taste or texture

“The soup was overcooked and had a strange flavor.”