"autochef" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: autochefs [plural]
Etymology: auto- + chef Etymology templates: {{prefix|en|auto|chef}} auto- + chef Head templates: {{en-noun}} autochef (plural autochefs)
  1. (science fiction) A machine that prepares and dispenses meals. Categories (topical): Food and drink, Science fiction Synonyms: autocook

Inflected forms

Download JSON data for autochef meaning in English (2.2kB)

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