air fryer

American  

[air frahy-er] / ˈɛər ˌfraɪ ər /

noun

1. a type of countertop convection oven that uses circulating hot air to cook certain foods to an external crispness similar to the effect of deep-frying but with little or no oil.

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Etymology

Origin of air fryer

First recorded in 1985–90

Example Sentences

I throw them for ten minutes at 375F in the air fryer and eat with spoonfuls of lentils mixed with rice for lunch.

From Salon • May 9, 2026

Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue said the fire was caused by an air fryer igniting nearby objects.

From BBC • Feb. 19, 2026

Its sage green air fryer sold out within the first 24 hours.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 19, 2026

Warm them up in an air fryer or conventional oven until they’re crispy and golden brown.

From Salon • Aug. 7, 2025

Austin, Texas-based Whole Foods has since become more deals- and convenience-focused, a place where you can buy 10-for-$11 Greek yogurt cups while dropping off the Amazon return for that air fryer you impulse-bought.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 9, 2021