skewer

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noun

skew·​er ˈskyü-ər How to pronounce skewer (audio)
ˈskyu̇r
1
: a pin of wood or metal for fastening meat to keep it in form while roasting or to hold small pieces of meat or vegetables for broiling
2
: any of various things shaped or used like a meat skewer

skewer

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verb

skewered; skewering; skewers

transitive verb

1
: to fasten or pierce with or as if with a skewer
2
: to criticize or ridicule sharply and effectively

Examples of skewer in a Sentence

Verb let's skewer our marshmallows on these sticks and start toasting the satirical comic strip gleefully skewers many of society's sacred cows
Recent Examples on the Web
Noun
This 13-piece stainless steel kit includes a variety of items for cooking and serving: tongs, a spatula, a two-prong fork, a cleaning brush, four corn-on-the-cob holders, and four skewers. Toni Sutton, Peoplemag, 21 May 2024 Diners can also find other sorts of bites, like wagyu sliders, sea bass skewers and sushi. Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 21 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for skewer 

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Word History

Etymology

Noun

Middle English skeuier

First Known Use

Noun

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Verb

1701, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of skewer was in the 15th century

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Cite this Entry

“Skewer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/skewer. Accessed 3 Jun. 2024.

Kids Definition

skewer

1 of 2 noun
skew·​er ˈskyü-ər How to pronounce skewer (audio)
ˈskyu̇(-ə)r
1
: a long pin for keeping meat in form while roasting or for holding small pieces of meat and vegetables for broiling
2
: something shaped or used like a meat skewer

skewer

2 of 2 verb
: to fasten or pierce with or as if with a skewer

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