Thesaurus results for BARBECUE

barbecue

noun

variants also barbeque

Definition of barbecue

as in roast

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Recent Examples of barbecue The long-running tradition, which includes barbecue, raffles and games, invites members of the public to hear from a lineup of political speakers slinging zingers at each other. — Melina Khan, USA Today, 4 Aug. 2026 Windstar is known for its once-a-cruise deck barbecue, which is often followed by dancing on deck. — Erica Silverstein, Travel + Leisure, 4 Aug. 2026 Treatment, family and life Ferrero broke the news to Valerie at a family barbecue in Elk Grove. — Sacbee.com, 4 Aug. 2026 And for Foster, a Texas native, what else except barbecue could cure his homesick blues? — Rebecca Angel Baer, Southern Living, 4 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for barbecue

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Noun

Chicken thighs seasoned with a bright lemon-herb rub roast briefly before apple wedges, slices of delicata squash (no peeling required), and fennel seeds go into the pan.

— Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Aug. 2026
What to do nearby While the free continental breakfast is fine, do pop over to Madcap Coffee for an excellent roast, or take a short stroll to colorful SPKRBOX, a coffee bar by day that spins vinyl by night.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 July 2026

Definition of roast

Noun

Ideal for both children and adults, a friendly game of cornhole can bring a fun, competitive aspect to your summer cookout.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 3 Aug. 2026
Fill with premium Vietnamese black peppercorns and German white rock salt for the finishing touch every cookout deserves.

— ABC News, ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of cookout

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And like every hero bound for glory before him, Bourdain has to make a choice, inevitably experiencing a life-changing moment of clarity at a clambake.

— David Fear, Rolling Stone, 5 Aug. 2026
The clambake is ready when the clams have fully opened, the potatoes are tender, the broth is bubbling and the sausage is heated through.

— Staff, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026

Definition of clambake

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Luau – Celebrating its decennial this year, Aulani's on-property luau had a strong sense of place.

— Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 15 June 2026
Once everything is cooked, everyone pitches in to remove and serve the food for a neighborhood-style luau with storytelling by Maunakea and some of the other staff members.

— Joe Yogerst, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026

Definition of luau

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