noun
salamander
A kitchen broiler used to brown or finish food.
The chef browns the cheese on the soup under the salamander.
Etymology
The cooking device takes its name from the legendary fire-dwelling salamander. The association suits a tool or appliance exposed to intense heat.
More examples
- Slide the potatoes under the salamander until the top turns golden.
- Watch the toast carefully; the salamander can burn it quickly.
- The restaurant uses two salamanders to finish dishes during dinner service.
Forms
salamander · salamanders
Similar words
- broiler
- A broader term that also includes an oven's broiling compartment.