Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sizzle
verb
/ˈsɪz.əl/
Definition
To produce a hissing sound like that made by something frying or cooking in hot fat.
Examples
- When you put the steak on the grill, it will sizzle beautifully.
- She heard the bacon start to sizzle in the pan.
- The sound of the cheese sizzling on the pizza made her mouth water.
Meaning
The term ‘sizzle’ often refers to the sound and action of food cooking, especially when it is placed on a hot surface.
Synonyms
- fry
- fizz
- pop
