broiler

noun

broil·​er ˈbrȯi-lər 

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

But the sudden evolution of the improbably shaped and hyperabundant broiler chicken will be unmissable because the osseous debris of our fowl hunger—drumsticks and wing bones and oversized sternums—winds its way into landfills. — Literary Hub, 23 Oct. 2026

Gyro meat on the vertical broiler measured above proper cold holding temperature. — Sacbee.com, 23 Oct. 2026

This matters because young broiler chickens (chickens raised for meat) require very warm conditions to mature. — Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 17 Oct. 2026

Pumpkin Black Bean Enchiladas A quick trip under the broiler is enough to melt and brown the cheese on top of these weeknight-friendly enchiladas—no lengthy bake required. — Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for broiler

• boiler
• oiler
• spoiler
• toiler
• reboiler

Kids Definition

broiler

noun

broil·​er ˈbrȯi-lər 

1

: a rack and pan or an oven equipped with a rack and pan for broiling meat

2

: a young chicken suitable for broiling