broiling Meaning & Definition
Phonetic codes: B R OY1 L IH0 NG
What Does Broiling Mean?
Broiling is an adjective that means Very hot. As a noun, it means A food prepared by broiling. As a verb, it means present participle and gerund of broil.
Word Facts for Broiling
| Part of speech | adjective, noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | broil, grilling and grill |
| Plural | broilings |
| Comparative / superlative | more broiling, most broiling |
Broiling Definition (Adjective)
- Very hot.
Broiling as a Noun
- A food prepared by broiling.
- gerund of broil: the act of broiling.
Broiling as a Verb
- present participle and gerund of broil
Verb
- To cook by direct, radiant heat.
- To expose to great heat.
- To be exposed to great heat.
Verb
- To cause a rowdy disturbance; embroil.
- To brawl.
Synonyms of Broiling
Broiling synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Broiling
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Broiling in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
broiling (comparative more broiling, superlative most broiling)
broiling (plural broilings)
broiling
Words That Rhyme With Broiling
Origin of Broiling
From broil + -ing.
Broiling: Your Questions Answered
Is broiling an adjective or a noun?
Broiling is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as a noun and a verb.
What is another word for broiling?
Words with a similar meaning to broiling include broil, grilling and grill. See the full list of broiling synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of broiling?
The plural of broiling is broilings.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of broiling?
The comparative form is more broiling and the superlative form is most broiling.