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barbecue

[bahr-bi-kyoo] / ˈbɑr bɪˌkyu /
NOUN
meal cooked on grill
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VERB
cook outside, usually on a grill
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Nearby, a man fanned skewers sizzling on a barbecue grill while a couple played badminton and retirees sang cheerfully on a park bench.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

The fare is all Brazilian, from feijão tropeiro, a traditional bean dish, to chicken, pork and beef churrasco or Brazilian-style barbecue.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

And my current neighbor, Ms. Cassandra, who always makes sure to save me a plate when she grills her mouthwatering barbecue ribs.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

Jessica was carrying her mobile phone when she left the barbecue with Holly - and the device proved crucial to investigators.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

Mom portioned grilled chicken wings with barbecue sauce, corn bread, and steamed broccoli onto three plates, and set them out on the table.

From "George" by Alex Gino