overcook

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v. cook too long

vt 烹调过分的, 烹调过度的

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over表示“过度”，cook是“烹饪”。合起来就是“烹饪过度”，即“煮得过熟”。

例句

1. Don't overcook the pasta; it should be firm to the bite.

不要把意大利面煮过头；它应该有点嚼劲。

2. If you overcook the chicken, it will become dry and tough.

如果你把鸡肉煮过头，它会变得又干又硬。

3. She always overcooks the vegetables, making them lose their bright colors.

她总是把蔬菜煮过头，导致它们失去鲜艳的颜色。