the extent to which something is cooked sufficiently
doneness in American English
(ˈdʌnnɪs)
noun
the condition of being cooked to a desired degree
steak prepared to the doneness ordered by the customer
Word origin
[1925–30; done + -ness]This word is first recorded in the period 1925–30. Other words that entered Englishat around the same time include: Nazi, distinctive feature, off-line, payload, reflex camera-ness is a suffix attached to adjectives and participles, forming abstract nouns denotingquality and state. Other words that use the affix -ness include: consciousness, forwardness, preparedness, rockiness, wellness
Examples of 'doneness' in a sentence
doneness
Just peek inside the foil to inspect for 'doneness' now and then.
The Sun (2013)
Flip salmon and cook to desired doneness, 2 to 3 minutes for medium-rare.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
Touch is the best measure of doneness.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
The best way to test for doneness is with a temperature probe.
The Sun (2013)
To check for doneness, lift the crust with a metal spatula.
Houston Chronicle (2008)
Turn as the surface turns crusty, cooking to your preferred doneness.
Times, Sunday Times (2017)
Test for 'doneness' with a clean skewer.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
Bake for about an hour, checking for doneness with a skewer.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
If you're using weight to determine doneness, weigh the meat and record the result.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
Place on greased grill over medium-high heat and grill until desired doneness (about 4 minutes per sidefor rare).