Meaning of the word broil in English

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

broil

US /brɔɪl/

UK /brɔɪl/

cook (meat or fish) by exposure to direct radiant heat

Example:

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She decided to broil the salmon for dinner.

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The chef will broil the steak to perfection.

Synonym:

grill barbecue roast

(of the weather or sun) be very hot; make or be very hot

Example:

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The sun began to broil the asphalt.

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We were broiling in the summer heat.

Synonym:

scorch bake swelter

Related Word:

broiling