broiler

noun

broil·​er ˈbrȯi-lər How to pronounce broiler (audio)
1
: one that broils
2
: a bird fit for broiling
especially : a chicken that is younger and smaller than a roaster

Examples of broiler in a Sentence

Put the steaks under the broiler.
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To be fair, this super-savory onion side dish does benefit from a few minutes under the broiler at the end of cooking for a crispy, caramelized top. Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 11 Dec. 2024 Mixed with spices or other seasonings like gochujang, bouillon paste becomes an instant, lusty glaze for chicken breasts, Halloumi cheese, or cross-hatched eggplants, ready to sear in a pan or char under the broiler. Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appétit, 11 Dec. 2024 Their glazed interior also makes for a virtually non-stick surface, plus these are safe for the freezer, oven, microwave, broiler, dishwasher and metal utensils. Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 2 Dec. 2024 Since September, outbreaks at turkey farms, chicken broilers, egg-laying facilities and other producers around the state have affected more than 6 million birds, according to USDA data. Suhauna Hussain, Los Angeles Times, 1 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for broiler 

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of broiler was in the 14th century

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“Broiler.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/broiler. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

broiler

noun
broil·​er ˈbrȯi-lər How to pronounce broiler (audio)
1
: a rack and pan or an oven equipped with a rack and pan for broiling meat
2
: a young chicken suitable for broiling

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