Main Entry: ¹skew·er

Pronunciation: \ˈskyü-ər, ˈskyu̇r\

Function: noun

Etymology: Middle English skeuier

Date: 15th century

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