barbecue

noun/ˈbɑrbɪkjuː/

Frequency rank: #6,639 most common English word

Meaning

a method of cooking food slowly over an open fire or grill, or a social gathering where such food is served.

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Example sentence

We gathered in the backyard to enjoy barbecue with family and friends.

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