Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bbq
noun, verb
/ˈbiːˈbiːˈkjuː/
Definition
A method of cooking food, typically meat, over an open flame or charcoal, often outdoors.
Examples
- We decided to have a BBQ in the backyard on Saturday.
- He loves to BBQ ribs on the grill during the summer.
- There’s nothing like a BBQ party with friends and family.
Meaning
BBQ, short for barbecue, refers to both the cooking style and a social gathering where this style of cooking is the main activity.
Synonyms
- barbecue
- grill
- cookout
- smoke
