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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Be sure to bake this cake in a pan that can go under the broiler. Sheri Castle, Southern Living, 18 July 2025 Sprinkle cheese and sage over vegetables and place pan on rack under broiler. Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 14 July 2025 If desired, place the pan under the broiler to brown the cheese. Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 3 July 2025 The dish is cooked under the broiler and comes with a side of tartar sauce. Christina Tkacik, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for broiler

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
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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