Definitions of gridiron [ˈgrɪdˌaɪ ərn]

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Definition of 'gridiron'

Random House Webster's College Dictionary

1. (n.) gridiron
a football field.

2.  gridiron
a utensil consisting of parallel metal bars on which to broil meat or other food.

3.  gridiron
any framework or network resembling a gridiron.

4.  gridiron
a structure above the stage of a theater, from which scenery and the like are manipulated.

5. (v.t.) gridiron
to mark off into squares.

Etymology: (1250–1300; ME gridirne, gridir(e), gridere, alter. of gridelgriddle)

Definition of 'gridiron'

Princeton's WordNet

1. (noun) grid, gridiron
a cooking utensil of parallel metal bars; used to grill fish or meat

2. (noun) football field, gridiron
the playing field on which football is played

Definition of 'gridiron'

Webster Dictionary

1. (noun) gridiron
a grated iron utensil for broiling flesh and fish over coals

2. (noun) gridiron
an openwork frame on which vessels are placed for examination, cleaning, and repairs

3. (noun) gridiron
a football field

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