/bɑrbɛk/ (BAR-bek)

Definitions

1. noun

an outdoor method of cooking food, typically over an open flame, especially by grilling meat and vegetables.

“The family decided to have a barbeque in the backyard over the weekend.”

2. verb

to cook food, especially meat, in this way.

“They will barbeque the burgers on Saturday night.”

3. verb (transitive)

to expose to the heat of a barbeque, especially in order to cook.

“Can you barbeque the vegetables for dinner?”

4. noun (informal)

a social gathering where food is cooked and eaten outdoors, typically in a garden or park.

“The barbeque at the park was really fun, with music and games.”