Definition of Skewer
Skewer
skew·er
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A long, thin, pointed piece of metal or wood used for piercing and holding food.
e.g. She carefully threaded the shrimp onto the skewer for the barbecue.
(noun)
a pin of wood or metal that meat or vegetables are fastened to in order to cook or broil;
e.g. He ate a skewer of beef and vegetables for dinner.
(verb)
to harshly criticize or ridicule;
e.g. His words could skewer her more effectively than his actions.
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