broiler

noun

Definition of broilernext
as in oven

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Recent Examples of broiler Heat a grill over medium-high or preheat the broiler to high. — ABC News, 23 Sep. 2026 Make it in a slow cooker for ultimate ease, then finish the sliders under the broiler once everyone’s ready to eat. — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 19 Sep. 2026 This technique uses a broiler pan to position the chicken at a specific distance from the heat source to attain even cooking. — Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Aug. 2026 Cover until the cheese is melted, or place under the broiler for 1–2 minutes. — Sharon Lawson, CBS News, 20 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for broiler
Recent Examples of Synonyms for broiler
  1. oven
  2. stove
  3. microwave
  4. roaster
  5. toaster
Noun
  • The Morrison Grill is a fantastic in-house dining option and home to one of the first Josper Grills in Ireland—a combined charcoal grill and oven that can reach temperatures of 932°F.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Place the bread cheese and the crostini on separate racks in the oven.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of oven
Noun
  • Concentrations were generally highest immediately beside the stove and near the updraft of the smoke-clearing ventilation hoods, where cooks and chefs are typically working.
    — Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 6 Oct. 2026
  • After 30 minutes of ordinary gas stove use, nitrogen dioxide levels in more than half of kitchens rose above 100 ppb, the threshold used in the EPA’s one-hour outdoor air standard.
    — Carol J. Williams, Chicago Tribune, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of stove
Noun
  • There’s a kitchenette with a microwave and mini fridge, which comes in handy as there is no on-site restaurant.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Sep. 2026
  • Transfer your dish soap into a spray bottle, then heat up your vinegar in the microwave for about 30 seconds before adding it to the spray bottle.
    — Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of microwave
Noun
  • The menu, curated by coffee roaster and head drink maker Austin Debrewer, includes the typical lattes, cappuccinos and espressos, along with lemonades, matcha, teas and energy drinks.
    — Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Waterbird previously used coffee beans from Repetition Coffee, a roaster out of Lawrence.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of roaster
Noun
  • This toaster trades your MacKenzie-Childs classic black-and-white check print for a bold red-and-white pattern in the brand’s signature brushstroke style.
    — Sarah Scott, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Sep. 2026
  • One of Mercury’s most thoughtful gestures, Mack says, was when the singer visited his home and discovered that their toaster only handled four slices at a time.
    — Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of toaster

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