Meaning of the word bbq in English

What does bbq mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

bbq

US /ˌbiː.biːˈkjuː/
UK /ˌbiː.biːˈkjuː/

Noun

1.

a meal or party at which food is cooked on a barbecue

Example:
We're having a BBQ this Saturday, would you like to come?
The smell of the BBQ filled the air.
2.

a cooking device used for grilling food outdoors

Example:
He bought a new gas BBQ for the backyard.
Make sure the BBQ is clean before you start cooking.

Verb

to cook food on a barbecue

Example:
Let's BBQ some burgers and hot dogs.
We're going to BBQ chicken for dinner.