English

barbecue

ˈbɑrbəˌkju, ˈbɑːr.bə.kjuː, ˈbɑɹbɪˌkju, ˈbɑːbɪˌkjuː
Meaning: a meal or party held outdoors; a grill for cooking food outdoors
Part of Speech: Noun Alternative Readings: ˈbɑːr.bə.kjuː, ˈbɑɹbɪˌkju, ˈbɑːbɪˌkjuː

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Example sentences

We're having a barbecue in the backyard this weekend.
We're having a barbecue in the backyard this weekend.
We grilled some fresh corn for the barbecue.
We grilled some fresh corn for the barbecue.
The kitchen smelled smoky after the barbecue.
The kitchen smelled smoky after the barbecue.
People come to Memphis for music and barbecue.
People come to Memphis for music and barbecue.

Usage Notes

Refers to both the equipment used for grilling and the social event where food is cooked and eaten outside. Can be abbreviated as 'BBQ'.

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