poached
2 synonyms and 1 antonym for poached, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Cooked by gentle simmering in liquid.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use poached
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
poached egg
poached pear
poached salmon
Frequently asked questions
What does “poached” mean?
The word “poached” means cooked by gentle simmering in liquid. In plain terms, the past-tense/adjective form of poach — either cooked gently in liquid or illegally taken.
How do you pronounce “poached”?
“Poached” is pronounced pohcht (/poʊt͡ʃt/ in IPA).
How do you use “poached” in a sentence?
Here is “poached” used in a sentence: “He ordered poached salmon with a side of greens.”
What part of speech is “poached”?
“Poached” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “poached” have?
“Poached” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: cooked by gentle simmering in liquid.
