air fryer
noun
plural air fryers
: an airtight, usually small electrical appliance for quick cooking of foods by means of convection currents circulated rapidly by a fan
Contrary to the name, an air fryer doesn't fry food. It's a compact kitchen appliance that circulates hot air around the food to cook it …—
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Rasha AliAir fryers create a crispy coating on foods using minimal oil by way of convection.—Betty Gold
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Walmart At Walmart, shoppers can get discounts on items including blenders, coffee makers, air fryers, icemakers, hand mixers and slow cookers.
—Marina Johnson, IndyStar, 11 Dec. 2025
Walmart At Walmart, shoppers can get discounts on items including blenders, coffee makers, air fryers, icemakers, hand mixers and slow cookers.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 10 Dec. 2025
Think air fryers, crock pots, espresso machines, juicers, and more, many of which are likely currently sitting on your countertops.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Dec. 2025
Small household appliances with electric heating coils and brushed DC motors—such as hairdryers, toasters and air fryers—are significant sources of ultrafine particles (UFP) that may pose health risks, especially for young children.
—Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2025
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Marina Johnson, IndyStar, 11 Dec. 2025
Walmart At Walmart, shoppers can get discounts on items including blenders, coffee makers, air fryers, icemakers, hand mixers and slow cookers.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 10 Dec. 2025
Think air fryers, crock pots, espresso machines, juicers, and more, many of which are likely currently sitting on your countertops.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Dec. 2025
Small household appliances with electric heating coils and brushed DC motors—such as hairdryers, toasters and air fryers—are significant sources of ultrafine particles (UFP) that may pose health risks, especially for young children.
—Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for air fryer
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“Air fryer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/air%20fryer. Accessed 20 Dec. 2025.
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