air fryer

noun

plural air fryers
: an airtight, usually small electrical appliance for quick cooking of foods by means of convection currents circulated rapidly by a fan
Contrary to the name, an air fryer doesn't fry food. It's a compact kitchen appliance that circulates hot air around the food to cook it …Rasha Ali
Air fryers create a crispy coating on foods using minimal oil by way of convection.Betty Gold

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How to clean your air fryer The best place to start when cleaning your air fryer is the rack the food sits on and the bucket that holds it. Cody Godwin, USA Today, 26 Mar. 2025 Although your great-grandmother would probably roll over in her grave at the notion of microwaving bacon, or would possibly accuse an air fryer of witchcraft and throw it in the river, these more modern methods have a bevy of fans. Josh Miller, Southern Living, 15 Mar. 2025 Invest in new countertop appliances for less, like this two-in-one toaster oven and air fryer, or upgrade everyday cookware pieces while Dutch ovens and versatile pans are discounted. Megan Schaltegger, People.com, 26 Jan. 2025 Head over to Walmart to snag my beloved Beautiful by Drew Barrymore air fryer and toaster oven, or keep scrolling to shop more from her kitchen collection. Megan Schaltegger, People.com, 14 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for air fryer

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First Known Use

1985, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of air fryer was in 1985

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“Air fryer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/air%20fryer. Accessed 30 Mar. 2025.

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air fryer

noun
: an airtight usually small electrical appliance for quick cooking of foods by means of convection currents circulated rapidly by a fan
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