broiler

[ broi-ler ]

noun

1. any device for broiling meat or fish; a grate, pan, or compartment in a stove for broiling.
2. Cooking. a young chicken suitable for broiling.

broiler

/ ˈbrɔɪlə /

noun

1. a young tender chicken suitable for roasting
2. a pan, grate, etc for broiling food
3. a very hot day

Word History and Origins

Origin of broiler¹

First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English; broil ¹, -er ¹

Example Sentences

In Florida, the storm flattened roughly one in seven broiler houses, which the Farm Bureau noted, compounding losses throughout the region that "will not only reduce the immediate supply of poultry but also hinder local production capacity for months or even years."

From Salon

Preheat the broiler to medium.

From Salon

To make the lemon torta caprese, start by placing the butter and white chocolate on the top of a double broiler and melt until smooth.

From Salon

Switching to the broiler after adding the shrimp made all the difference.

From Seattle Times

Turn on the broiler with a rack at the top.

From Seattle Times