Pronunciation: /stɑːrtʃ/
noun a white, odorless, tasteless carbohydrate found in the seeds, tubers, and roots of plants
A1 Potatoes are a good source of starch.
A2 Rice and pasta are common foods that contain starch.
B1 Starch is often used as a thickening agent in cooking.
B2 It is important to understand the role of starch in food chemistry.
C1 Some people have difficulty digesting certain types of starch.
C2 Researchers are studying the effects of different types of starch on the human body.
verb None
A1 I starched my shirt before going to the party.
A2 She starches her husband's dress shirts every week.
B1 The laundry service will starch your clothes for an additional fee.
B2 I prefer not to starch my clothes as it can make them stiff.
C1 The tailor recommended starching the collar of the shirt to keep it crisp.
C2 Some people believe that starching clothes is an outdated practice.
adjective None
A1 I prefer starch-free laundry detergent.
A2 The chef used a starch thickener in the soup.
B1 The new shirt is made of a starch material.
B2 The starch content in the bread gives it a crispy texture.
C1 The starch solution was used to stiffen the fabric for sewing.
C2 The scientist conducted a study on the effects of starch-based polymers.
adverb None
A1 She starched her shirt before going to the party.
A2 The chef starched the chef's hat to keep it crisp.
B1 The laundry instructions recommend starching the collar for a more polished look.
B2 The tailor starched the fabric to give it extra stiffness for the suit.
C1 The historical reenactor meticulously starched every piece of clothing for authenticity.
C2 The costume designer starched the period costumes to ensure they maintained their shape during filming.
pronoun None
A1 I like to eat starch.
A2 She prefers starch in her diet.
B1 The recipe calls for starch as a thickening agent.
B2 Starch is commonly found in grains and vegetables.
C1 The chef used starch to create a creamy texture in the sauce.
C2 Scientists have been studying the properties of different types of starch for years.
preposition None
A1 The chef added starch to the sauce to thicken it.
A2 She used starch in her laundry to make her clothes stiff.
B1 The recipe called for starch as a binding agent.
B2 The tailor applied starch to the fabric before sewing.
C1 The scientist used starch as a medium for bacterial growth.
C2 The artist mixed starch with pigment to create a unique texture in the painting.
conjunction None
A1 I like to eat rice with starch, it fills me up.
A2 She added starch to the sauce to thicken it up.
B1 Starch is commonly used in cooking to add thickness to sauces and soups.
B2 The recipe calls for a tablespoon of starch to be mixed with water before adding it to the dish.
C1 The chef used a combination of starch and flour to create the perfect consistency for the custard.
C2 After experimenting with different starches, she found that cornstarch worked best for the recipe.
interjection None
A1 Starch! I spilled juice on my shirt.
A2 Starch, this pasta is delicious!
B1 Starch, I can't believe I forgot my keys at home.
B2 Starch! That was a close call with the car almost hitting us.
C1 Starch, it's imperative that we stick to the original plan.
C2 Starch! The performance of the orchestra was truly exceptional.
article None
A1 I like to eat foods with starch like potatoes and rice.
A2 Starch is commonly found in bread, pasta, and cereal.
B1 Adding starch to the laundry can help stiffen clothes.
B2 Too much starch in your diet can lead to weight gain and health problems.
C1 The chemist analyzed the starch content in the food sample.
C2 Research shows that certain starches can have a positive impact on gut health.
formal Starch is a polysaccharide that is commonly found in plants and is used as a source of energy.
informal I always add a little extra starch to my gravy to make it thicker.
slang I can't stand the way she starches her jeans, it looks so outdated.
figurative His speech was full of starch, lacking any real substance or emotion.
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