broiler

noun

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broil·er | \ ˈbrȯi-lər

Definition of broiler

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.

Recent Examples on the Web Place a slice of provolone or mozzarella on the sandwich and run it under the broiler for a minute or two until the cheese melts and bubbles. — Washington Post, 8 June 2021 Medium heat is fine, just don't pop it under the broiler and forget about it. — Emma Wartzman, Bon Appétit, 7 June 2021 Place the tomatoes, cut-side up, on the baking sheet and place them under the broiler until lightly charred, about 3 to 5 minutes. — Leslie Brenner, Dallas News, 4 June 2021 Gutzon was the sculptor who designed Mount Rushmore, and his choice of four rather enormous presidential busts has become food for thought under the idiotic Cancel Culturists’ broiler. — Nick Canepa Columnist, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2021 Don’t forget that the grill and broiler can be just as great for vegetables as for meat. — Washington Post, 15 May 2021 Each piece is oven-and broiler-safe to withstand temperatures of up to 600 degrees Fahrenheit and constructed with 18/0 steel for even interior heating. — Nicole Briese, USA TODAY, 8 May 2021 Cook the peppers on the flame of a gas stove or under an oven broiler, for about 20 minutes, or until the skins blacken, turning frequently. — Beth Segal, cleveland, 7 May 2021 Since the homeowner required restaurant staples—like a commercial-grade salamander broiler and a 60-in. — Sara Rodrigues, House Beautiful, 5 May 2021

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