Cooking time refers to the amount of time required to prepare a dish or meal. Synonyms for cooking time include preparation time, cook time, baking time, simmer time, roast time, and grill time. Preparation time refers to the period required to get the ingredients ready before cooking. Cook time indicates the time required to cook the meal or dish. Baking time refers to the duration required to bake the dish or item in an oven. Simmer time indicates the length of time required to cook ingredients at a low temperature. Roast time refers to the time needed to roast meat, poultry, or vegetables, and grill time indicates how long it takes to grill items. Each of these synonyms for cooking time applies to specific types of culinary techniques.