broiler

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun an oven or part of a stove used for broiling
  2. noun flesh of a small young chicken not over 2 1/2 lb suitable for broiling

Etymology

From broil + -er (agent noun suffix) or, for the chickens, + -er (patient suffix).

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