griddle

noun grid·dle \ˈgri-d^əl\

: a flat surface or pan on which food is cooked

Full Definition of GRIDDLE

: a flat stone or metal surface on which food is baked or fried

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Middle English gredil gridiron, from Anglo-French greil, gredile, from Latin craticulum, diminutive of cratis wickerwork — more at hurdle

First Known Use: 14th century

GRIDDLE Defined for Kids

noun grid·dle \ˈgri-d^əl\

: a flat surface or pan for cooking food

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