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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And under the broiler, it becomes burnished on the bird, almost candied in taste. The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 6 Feb. 2026 Place these miniatures under the broiler with some cheese to sack any doubts that this is an ordinary sandwich. Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 4 Feb. 2026 If desired, place the pan under the broiler to get the cheese golden brown. Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 4 Feb. 2026 Dick’s will serve both wet-aged and dry-aged steaks on a New York-style broiler, kissing some steaks with charcoal from a charcoal grill. Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 29 Jan. 2026 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 14 Feb. 2026.

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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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