Meaning of the word barbecue in English

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

barbecue

US /ˈbɑːr.bə.kjuː/

UK /ˈbɑː.bɪ.kjuː/

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

Example:

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We're having a barbecue on Saturday.

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The smell of the barbecue filled the air.

Synonym:

BBQ cookout grill-out

a grill or other apparatus used for cooking food outdoors over an open fire or hot coals

Example:

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He cleaned the barbecue after dinner.

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We bought a new gas barbecue for the patio.

Synonym:

grill brazier

cook (food) on a barbecue

Example:

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We're going to barbecue some chicken for dinner.

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The chef expertly barbecued the ribs.

Synonym:

grill roast

Related Word:

barbecue sauce