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grilling

/ˈɡɹɪlɪŋ/

Meanings
  • the act of cooking food on an open flame or a heated surface

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Homophones
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  1. Grilling, with a 'g' sound. (English) : The act of cooking food on an open flame or a heated surface.


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grill , grilled , griller , grillers , grilling , grills
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{"term"=>"Grilling (present participle)", "definition"=>"The act of cooking food on an open flame or a heated surface while the food is being cooked."}, {"term"=>"Grilling (gerund)", "definition"=>"The act or process of cooking food on an open flame or a heated surface."}, {"term"=>"Grilling (noun)", "definition"=>"The act or process of cooking food on an open flame or a heated surface."}, {"term"=>"Grilling (verb)", "definition"=>"To cook food on an open flame or a heated surface."}


Etymology
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The word 'grilling' originated from the Old French word 'gryller' which means 'to grill'.


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  1. {"question"=>"What is the origin of the word 'grilling'?", "answer"=>"The word 'grilling' originated from the Old French word 'gryller' which means 'to grill'."}

  2. {"question"=>"What is the difference between grilling and barbecuing?", "answer"=>"Grilling and barbecuing are two methods of cooking food outdoors on an open flame or heated surface. The primary difference between the two methods lies in the type of heat used and the cooking technique employed. Grilling is a method of cooking food quickly over direct, high heat. The heat source is typically an open flame or a heated grate. Grilling is best suited for thin, quick-cooking foods such as steaks, chops, burgers, sausages, fish fillets, shrimp, scallops, vegetables, fruits, and breads. Barbecuing, on the other hand, is a method of cooking food slowly over indirect, low heat. The heat source is typically a smoker, a covered grill, or a pit filled with hot coals or wood chips. Barbecuing is best suited for thick, slow-cooking foods such as ribs, brisket, pork shoulder, chicken quarters, turkey, sausages, hot dogs, bacon, corn on the cob, and other vegetables and fruits. In summary, grilling is a method of cooking food quickly over direct, high heat, while barbecuing is a method of cooking food slowly over indirect, low heat. Both methods have their unique advantages and are suited for different types of foods."}


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  1. Barbecue:

  2. Griddle:

  3. Smoker:


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Grilling is an integral part of various cultures around the world. In the United States, grilling is a popular outdoor activity during summer months. In Australia and New Zealand, grilling is known as barbecue or 'barbie' for short. In South America, grilling is a common way of cooking meat, particularly in Argentina and Uruguay, where it is known as 'asado'. In Europe, grilling is a popular outdoor activity, particularly in countries like Spain, Portugal, France, and Germany, where it is known as 'parrilla', 'churrasco', 'barbecue', or simply 'grilling'.

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