Definition of griddle
: a flat stone or metal surface on which food is baked or fried
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Recent Examples of griddle from the Web
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Monica Linares jumps from the front of the house to the back, helping on the griddle before rushing out orders like a juicy patty melt with a side of their housemade applesauce, with a model-worthy smile.
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There are two; each is individually removable and can be replaced by optional specialty attachments like a burner ring or a griddle.
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Origin and Etymology of griddle
Middle English gredil gridiron, from Anglo-French greil, gredile, from Latin craticulum, diminutive of cratis wickerwork — more at hurdle
First Known Use: 14th century
GRIDDLE Defined for English Language Learners
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playDefinition of griddle for English Language Learners
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: a flat surface or pan on which food is cooked
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: a flat surface or pan for cooking food
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