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wok Synonyms
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• noun (Context 1)
A versatile, round-bottomed metal cooking pan originating in China, used extensively in East and Southeast Asian cuisine for stir-frying, steaming, pan-frying, and deep-frying.
Usage Example
"She heated a splash of peanut oil in the pan before rapidly adding the ginger and garlic."
Strong
pan
Weak
skillet
• verb (Context 2)
To cook or stir-fry (food) rapidly using a wok over high heat.
Usage Example
"The chef quickly wokked the vegetables to retain their bright color and crisp texture."
Strong
fry
sauté
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Wok. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/wok