doneness

noun
UK /ˈdʌnnəs/
US /ˈdʌnnəs/

Doneness means how cooked a food is.

Check the doneness of the chicken before you take it out of the oven.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. The state of being finished or complete.

The doneness of the project was clear to everyone.

3. The degree to which meat is cooked, such as rare or well done.

He likes his steak at medium doneness.

4. The condition of being thoroughly cooked so it is safe to eat.

Use a thermometer to test the doneness of the turkey.