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BROIL

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Broil.

Broil - as a noun

Cooking by direct exposure to radiant heat (as over a fire or under a grill)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
broilinggrilling

Broil - as a verb

Cook under a broiler

Example: "Broil fish"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
oven broil
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
grill
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Heat by a natural force

Example: "The sun broils the valley in the summer"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bake

Be very hot, due to hot weather or exposure to the sun

Example: "The town was broiling in the sun"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bake

Example Sentences

"I am going to broil the steak for dinner."
"She broiled the chicken until it was perfectly cooked."
"They always broil their vegetables for a healthy side dish."
"He broils the fish with a sprinkle of lemon juice."
"You should broil the burgers for a few minutes on each side."
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Word Game Points

Is BROIL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, broil is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BROIL has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is BROIL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, broil is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BROIL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is BROIL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, broil is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BROIL has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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