puree

[pjuːˈreɪ]

puree Definition

• 1. a smooth creamy substance made of crushed or mashed fruit or vegetables
• 2. to crush or mash food into a smooth creamy substance

Using puree: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "puree" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The soup is made with pureed vegetables.

• Example

  She pureed the tomatoes and added them to the sauce.

• Example

  I like to puree my baby's food so it's easier for her to eat.

puree Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for puree

• mash
• paste
• pulp
• crush

Phrases with puree

• carrot puree

  a smooth creamy substance made of crushed or mashed carrots

  Example

  The baby food contains carrot puree as one of its ingredients.

• fruit puree

  a smooth creamy substance made of crushed or mashed fruits

  Example

  The recipe calls for apple puree as a substitute for sugar.

• pea puree

  a smooth creamy substance made of crushed or mashed peas

  Example

  The dish is served with a side of pea puree.

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Summary: puree in Brief

The term 'puree' [pjuːˈreɪ] refers to a smooth creamy substance made by crushing or mashing fruits or vegetables. It can also be used as a verb to describe the process of making such a substance. Examples include 'The soup is made with pureed vegetables.' and 'She pureed the tomatoes and added them to the sauce.'