recipe

Definition

In general usage, a set of written instructions for preparing a dish using specific ingredients and techniques; metaphorically, any formula or procedure for achieving a desired outcome.

Example Usage

The CEO outlined her recipe for scaling the startup: hire smart people, move fast, and iterate based on feedback.

Origin

From Old French 'recete,' derived from Latin 'receptus' (received or accepted).

Fun Fact

Recipes have been documented as far back as ancient Mesopotamia; the oldest known recipe collection is from Babylon (~1700 BCE).

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