Associations to the word «Skewer»

Wiktionary

SKEWER, noun. A long pin, normally made of metal or wood, used to secure food during cooking.
SKEWER, noun. (chess) A scenario in which a piece attacks a more valuable piece which, if it moves aside, reveals a less valuable piece. Compare pin.W
SKEWER, verb. To impale on a skewer.
SKEWER, verb. (chess) To attack a piece which has a less valuable piece behind it.
SKEWER, verb. (figurative) To severely mock or discredit.

Dictionary definition

SKEWER, noun. A long pin for holding meat in position while it is being roasted.
SKEWER, verb. Drive a skewer through; "skewer the meat for the BBQ".

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