How do you use "かける" in a sentence?

Here's an example: "料理に時間をかけました。"

What does "かける" mean in English?

"かける" means "to spend (time); to take (time); to hang; to cover" in English. It is a verb in Japanese.

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kah-keh-roo

verb

English

to spend (time); to take (time); to hang; to cover

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