Meaning of the word "al dente" in English
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al dente
US /æl ˈden.teɪ/
UK /æl ˈden.teɪ/

Adjective
1.
cooked so as to be still firm when bitten
Example:
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The pasta should be cooked al dente, not mushy.
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He prefers his vegetables cooked al dente to retain their crunch.
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