broiler

noun

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

Tofu is great on the grill, in a grill pan and under the broiler! — Jamie Wilson, Good Housekeeping, "How to Cook Tofu That Actually Tastes Good," 15 Dec. 2016 Turn on broiler and broil pie just until topping is browned in spots, about 1 minute. — Claire Saffitz, Bon Appetit, "Lobster Shepherd’s Pie," 19 Mar. 2018 Arrange an oven rack in top third of oven and heat broiler. — Woman's Day Kitchen, Woman's Day, "Savory Bread Pudding," 16 Aug. 2018 Sweet peas and chopped asparagus add flecks of spring green, and a sprinkling of cheese treated to a minute or two under the broiler browns the top of the bubbling mixture. — Ellie Krieger, sacbee, "Try this vegetable side dish that tastes luxe | The Sacramento Bee," 8 May 2018 These heart-healthy toasts are proof that two kinds of cheese are better than one. Heat broiler. — Woman's Day Kitchen, Woman's Day, "Cheesy Artichoke Toasts," 7 Mar. 2018 The international hotel chain Marriott committed to cage-free eggs worldwide, and Royal Caribbean Cruises committed to better conditions for broiler chickens. — Kelsey Piper, Vox, "2018’s big wins — and big losses — for animals," 24 Dec. 2018 When ready to cook the shrimp, start a charcoal or gas grill (about 400 degrees) or preheat the broiler to high. — Kim Sunée, Anchorage Daily News, "Grilling season is here; prosciutto-wrapped shrimp are a perfect way to celebrate," 31 May 2018 Remove the eggplant from the broiler, place it on a microwave-safe plate, and microwave on high until tender, about 2 minutes. — Fox News, "Rocco DiSpirito's Mother's Day Recipes," 8 May 2015

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