braai

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Definition of braai in English English dictionary

A barbecue, the Afrikaans word for grill

To grill meat over an open flame

A social meeting, including the braaing of meat

Come over to our place for a braai.

An open outdoor grill built specifically for the purpose of braaing

{i} (South African term) braaivleis, barbecue, food (meat, poultry etc.) which is cooked on a grill; grill; outdoor party where grilled food is eaten

{f} (South African term) barbecue, grill or roast meat or poultry on a grill

Etymology

() From braaivleis (“grilled meat”), from Afrikaans braai (“to grill”), from Dutch braden (“roast”).