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Definition broil in American English

broil verb

[intransitive/transitive] verb
/brɔɪl/
1

to cook something by putting it close to strong heat above or below it, for example in a part of the oven called the broiler or on a barbecue (=fire for cooking outside)

Example

broiled chicken

Example

Sprinkle with sugar and broil until golden.

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Definition broil in American English