broiler

noun

broil·​er ˈbrȯi-lər How to pronounce broiler (audio)
Synonyms of broilernext
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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When using the broiler, keep a close eye on things; the cheese can burn quickly. Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 22 Jan. 2026 Not every food or pan is meant to face the intense, direct heat of a broiler. Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 19 Jan. 2026 Run the wings under the broiler until lightly charred. Dallas Morning News, 18 Jan. 2026 This virus, known as the H5N1 strain of highly pathogenic avian influenza, was detected in a Walker County facility that housed broiler chickens, which are chickens raised for meat. Drew Kann, AJC.com, 14 Jan. 2026 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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“Broiler.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/broiler. Accessed 24 Jan. 2026.

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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