What does CAKED mean?

Parts of Speech

Caked is a verb.

Definitions

To become or cause to become covered with a hard crust or layer of something.

Pronunciations

US: /keɪkt/

UK: /keɪkt/

Origin and Usage

The word "caked" comes from the Middle English word "cake," meaning a flat, round bread roll. The verb form of the word originated in the 16th century and has been used to describe the process of forming or becoming covered with a hard crust or layer of something.

Synonyms

Encrusted, coated, covered, plastered, smothered

Related Words

Baked, faked, naked, raked, waked

Example Sentences

• The mud caked on her boots as she walked through the field.
• The frosting caked on the cake after it was left out in the sun.
• His face was caked with dirt after digging in the garden all day.