grill
|grill|
B1
/ɡrɪl/
intense questioning
Etymology
Etymology Information
'grill' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'grille,' where 'gril' meant 'gridiron.'
Historical Evolution
'grille' transformed into the Middle English word 'grille,' and eventually became the modern English word 'grill.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a gridiron for cooking,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'cooking on a grill' and 'intense questioning.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a metal framework used for cooking food over an open fire; a barbecue.
We cooked the burgers on the grill.
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Verb 2
to question someone intensely or aggressively.
The detective grilled the suspect for hours.
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Last updated: 2025/01/21 12:03