Topic: Raw Food
-’scuse me, I think this is slightly undercooked
[Word definitions]
well-established (adj.): successful/recognised for a long time
contaminated (adj.): containing viruses, bacteria, fungi, (similar to infected) or toxins
play it safe: act in a way that avoids risks
immune system (n.): the body’s defense mechanism against illness
germ (n.): a harmful bacteria or virus
hygienic practices (n.): actions that promote cleanliness and good health
by the book (adv.): carefully following the rules or guidelines
flash-frozen (adj.): quickly frozen to extremely low temperatures
straightforward (adj.): direct, clear, uncomplicated
pungent (adj.): with a sharp flavour or smell
game (n.): animals hunted for food (deer, boars, wild birds, etc.)
controversial (adj.): causing debate or criticism
squirm (v.): moving/wriggling one’s body around (like a worm, fish, or captured animal)
at ease (adj.): not worried or anxious, relaxed
sear (v.): briefly cook the surface of food with intense heat
blue steak (n.): steak that is very rare – basically raw on the inside (below rare)