underdone

/ˈʌndərˌdoʊn/

Definitions

1. adjective

cooked for a shorter time than is necessary, so that the food is not fully cooked

“The meat was underdone and needed to be returned to the oven.”

2. noun

a dish that has been cooked for a shorter time than is necessary, so that it is not fully cooked

“The chef apologized for serving underdone steak to the customer.”

Synonyms

  • raw
  • undercooked

Antonyms

  • overcooked
  • well-done