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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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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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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