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barbecue Synonyms
Another word for barbecue
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• noun (Context 1)
An outdoor meal or social gathering at which food is cooked over an open fire or on a grill.
Usage Example
"We invited the neighbors over for a backyard cookout on Sunday afternoon."
Strongest
cookout
Weak
party
• noun (Context 2)
A grill, pit, or outdoor framework used for cooking food over an open fire or hot coals.
Usage Example
"He bought a new gas grill for the patio just in time for the summer."
Strongest
grill
Strong
braai
• verb (Context 3)
To cook meat, fish, or other food outdoors on a rack over an open fire or on a portable grill, often applying a highly seasoned sauce.
Usage Example
"They decided to grill the ribs instead of roasting them in the oven."
Strongest
grill
Strong
roast
Weak
broil
smoke
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Barbecue. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/barbecue