air fryer

American

[air frahy-er] / ˈɛər ˌfraɪ ər /

noun

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.

Etymology

Origin of air fryer

First recorded in 1985–90

Example Sentences

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WSJ | Buy Side: This stainless steel air fryer looks great without sacrificing performance.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 10, 2026

My panini press — a hulking little beast that has formally replaced my air fryer because I love a griddled sandwich that much — handles the job beautifully.

From Salon • Dec. 4, 2025

Enjoy them straight out of the box or warmed up in the oven or air fryer for a few minutes.

From Salon • Sep. 29, 2025

They invested in an air fryer and meticulously plan their shops.

From BBC • Jun. 30, 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

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