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overbroil

verb

Etymology

From over- + broil.

  1. derived from ustulō — “to scorch”
  2. derived from *brōan✻ — “to burn, scald”
  3. derived from brusler
  4. derived from bruiller
  5. inherited from broylen
  6. prefixed as overbroil — “over + broil”

Definitions

  1. To broil excessively.

    • Broil close to the heat until sugar melts and begins to bubble, about 1 minute; do not overbroil or the custard will begin to curdle […]
    • Do be warned that if you overbroil the eggplant slices, they will fall apart while baking in the casserole.

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