Griddle: meaning, definitions and examples

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griddle

[ ˈɡrɪd(ə)l ]

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cooking surface

A flat metal surface used for cooking, typically with a series of parallel ridges or grooves to allow the fat to drain away from the food being cooked.

Synonyms

cooktop, grill, hotplate, skillet

Examples of usage

The pancakes sizzled on the griddle.
I love the charred marks that the griddle leaves on the steak.

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cooking action

To cook food on a griddle.

Synonyms

cook, fry, grill

Examples of usage

She griddled the vegetables for the stir-fry.
Griddle the bread until it is golden brown.

Translations

Translations of the word "griddle" in other languages:

🇵🇹 chapa

🇮🇳 तवा

🇩🇪 Grillplatte

🇮🇩 panggangan

🇺🇦 деко

🇵🇱 płyta grillowa

🇯🇵 グリドル

🇫🇷 gril

🇪🇸 plancha

🇹🇷 ızgara

🇰🇷 그리들

🇸🇦 صفيحة

🇨🇿 grilovací deska

🇸🇰 grilovacia doska

🇨🇳 平底锅

🇸🇮 žar plošča

🇮🇸 grillplata

🇰🇿 гриль табағы

🇬🇪 გრილა

🇦🇿 qril lövhəsi

🇲🇽 plancha

Word origin

The word 'griddle' has its origin in the Middle English 'gredil', which in turn comes from the Old French 'gridil'. The concept of cooking on a flat metal surface has been around for centuries, with griddles being used for various culinary purposes. Over time, griddles have evolved to include different materials and designs, but the essence of cooking on a smooth, flat surface remains the same.