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Definition of grilling

grilling

/ˈɡrɪl.ɪŋ/
grill · ing
Plural:grillings
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Adjective:grilled
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• noun

1

The culinary process of cooking food over direct heat on a metal grate, barbecue, or gridiron.

Example

"Outdoor grilling is a popular weekend pastime throughout the warm summer months."

2

An intense, persistent, and demanding session of questioning or cross-examination (informal).

Example

"The cabinet minister faced a tough two-hour grilling from the parliamentary committee regarding the budget."

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• Nearby Words

grill
grille
griller
grilling
grillsteak
grillwork
grim

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Grilling. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/grilling
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