Meaning of the word "cooking oil" in English

What does "cooking oil" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

cooking oil

US /ˈkʊkɪŋ ɔɪl/
UK /ˈkʊkɪŋ ɔɪl/

Noun

any of various vegetable or animal fats that are liquid at room temperature and used for frying, baking, and other cooking processes

Example:
Heat the cooking oil in a pan before adding the vegetables.
We ran out of cooking oil, so I need to buy some more.