Definition of recipe

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rec·i·pe

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NOUN:

A set of directions with a list of ingredients for making or preparing something, especially food.
A formula for or means to a desired end: a recipe for success.
A medical prescription.

ETYMOLOGY:
Latin, sing. imperative of recipere, to take, receive ; see receive

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