rotisserie

[ roh-tis-uh-ree ]

noun

1. a small broiler with a motor-driven spit, for barbecuing fowl, beef, etc.

verb (used with object)

, ro·tis·ser·ied, ro·tis·ser·i·ing.

1. to broil on a rotisserie.

rotisserie

/ rəʊˈtɪsərɪ /

noun

1. a rotating spit on which meat, poultry, etc, can be cooked
2. a shop or restaurant where meat is roasted to order

Word History and Origins

Origin of rotisserie¹

1865–70; < French: roasting place

Word History and Origins

Origin of rotisserie¹

C19: from French, from Old French rostir to roast

Example Sentences

Some manufacturers stretch this design by pivoting to more traditional form factors to increase the internal space and allow users to prepare items normally impossible in traditional air fryers, like rotisserie chicken and pizza.

From Popular-Science

The average rotisserie chicken, which is slow-cooked under direct heat and often sold in grocery stores, is about 2 pounds.

From Popular-Science

Not only is it versatile, but it’s spacious enough for a rotisserie chicken at 30-liter capacity.

From Popular-Science

A few broiler and rotisserie manufacturers sent their new models to Armada Drive for Helen to try.

From Eater

Shiny new grills and rotisserie gadgets, advertised like cars, loaded with the latest features, were everywhere.

From Eater

Rotisserie-style chicken, whole wheat roll OR whole-wheat spaghetti with Marinara and mozarella cheese.

From The Daily Beast

At a rotisserie chicken shop, we ask after refugees from Baghdad.

From The Daily Beast

Related Words

• barbecue
• roast
• sear