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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If additional browning is desired after baking, place under the broiler. Kathryn Gregory, Louisville Courier Journal, 10 Nov. 2025 The best option for broiling is a broiler pan. Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 4 Nov. 2025 Place a baking steel or stone in the top third of the oven and preheat the broiler. Katie Parla, Saveur, 30 Oct. 2025 Add chopped up pieces of chocolate and marshmallows on top, and place under the broiler a few minutes until melted and gooey. Metro Creative Services, Boston Herald, 29 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for broiler

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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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 15 Nov. 2025.

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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