kebab

American  

[kuh-bob] / kəˈbɒb /

Also kebob, or kabob

noun

1. Usually kebabs small pieces of meat or seafood seasoned or marinated and broiled, often with tomatoes, green peppers, onions, or other vegetables, usually on a skewer.

2. (in Indian English use) roast meat.

3. Digital Technology. kebab menu.

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kebab British  

/ kəˈbæb /

noun

1. Also called: shish kebab.   kabob.   cabob.  a dish consisting of small pieces of meat, tomatoes, onions, etc, threaded onto skewers and grilled, generally over charcoal

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Etymology

Origin of kebab

First recorded in 1665–75; from Arabic, from Hindi kabāb, from Turkish kebap “roast meat”

Example Sentences

It was during this time that Lucknow's most famous kebabs were fashioned.

From BBC

I’ve grilled wings, veggies, burgers, kebabs — and even whole fish — over charcoal for excellent results.

From Salon

I have no desire to become a Kwame kebab—which means I have to use strategy.

From Literature

Every visit to New York City feels electric: the taxi horns, the aroma of fresh bagels and grilled kebabs, the excited chatter spilling from every corner.

From Salon

The Turkish federation failed to consult Germany's kebab industry, which hit back with the support of the government in Berlin.

From BBC