fryer

noun

variants also frier
Definition of fryernext
as in oven

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Recent Examples of fryer Heat them in the oven or microwave, on the grill, or in the air fryer and serve with a salad or side dish. — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 3 July 2026 Add chicken to air-fryer basket in batches, if necessary. — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 June 2026 Four died behind the fryer and eight behind a bar cooler. — David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 12 June 2026 The fryers were quiet, the chicken was gone and customers kept asking the same question. — Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 4 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for fryer
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fryer
  1. oven
  2. stove
  3. microwave
  4. broiler
  5. roaster
  6. toaster
  7. rotisserie
Noun
  • These mats are suitable for temperatures up to 500 degrees and can also serve as a baking mat in your oven.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 23 July 2026
  • Spread the rosemary sprigs on a baking sheet and place them in the oven.
    — Lauren Wellbank, Martha Stewart, 23 July 2026
Definition of oven
Noun
  • Hot stove brought down to a simmer Sporting KC’s name has been in the rumor mill this summer.
    — Daniel Sperry, Kansas City Star, 23 July 2026
  • The kitchen block across from the bathroom has a dual-burner gas stove, sink and 69-L compressor fridge; the rear dining bench has seatbelts for two passengers; and the passenger-side longitudinal bed measures 72 x 30 in (182 x 76 cm).
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 21 July 2026
Definition of stove
Noun
  • Defeating enemy drones Lockheed Martin is now accelerating prototype production of both the Morfius platform and its microwave payload to speed deployment.
    — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 20 July 2026
  • From space-saving drawer models to hardworking over-the-range designs, here’s how to choose the microwave that fits the way your family cooks.
    — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 18 July 2026
Definition of microwave
Noun
  • Along with being for storage or warming food, Angelesco notes older gas ranges often put a broiler drawer in this spot.
    — Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 21 July 2026
  • Turn the broiler to high and move the sheet pan to the rack closest to the broiler.
    — Kate Williams, AJC.com, 20 July 2026
Definition of broiler
Noun
  • In a collaboration with a local coffee roaster that’s also informed by his Hmong heritage, Minneapolis chef Yia Vang developed this earthy, spicy steak rub.
    — Jasmine Thompson, Midwest Living, 25 July 2026
  • The Holopireks found a coffee roaster, Foxen Coffee out of Monett, to use in the shop for both hot and iced beverages.
    — Katelyn Umholtz, Kansas City Star, 23 July 2026
Definition of roaster
Noun
  • The toaster used is shared with full-gluten bread, but the conveyor belt-style oven allows workers to place gluten-free bread on aluminum foil to keep it from touching the actual oven.
    — Sophie Lindberg, Kansas City Star, 17 July 2026
  • Best Amazon Home New Arrivals Upgrade your kitchen with a nonstick frying pan that’s actually nonstick, a two-slice toaster that’s surprisingly not an eyesore, and a Le Creuset mini cocotte.
    — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 July 2026
Definition of toaster
Noun
  • This easy casserole recipe breathes new life into leftover rotisserie chicken and rice, with sautéed mushrooms, frozen peas, fresh parsley, a tangy sour cream sauce, and golden breadcrumbs.
    — Emily Goldman, Martha Stewart, 20 July 2026
  • This is the best way to help restore your rotisserie chicken to its heated grocery-store glory.
    — Zoe Denenberg, Southern Living, 12 July 2026
Definition of rotisserie

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