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Definition of parrilla in English: parrilla(also parilla) noun paˈriːjə 1Now especially in some Latin American countries: a structure resembling a metal grid used as an instrument of torture, to which the victim is secured to be electrocuted or (formerly) burned. 2A dish consisting of a variety of grilled meats; a mixed grill. 3A (usually outdoor) grill used to cook such a dish; a barbecue. 4A restaurant specializing in Argentinian-style grilled meats.
Origin Mid 19th century. From Spanish parrilla grill, instrument of torture, grill restaurant from parra artificially supported vine + -illa, so called on account of resemblance to the shape of the trellis on which vines grow. Definition of parrilla in US English: parrilla(also parilla) nounpaˈriːjə 1Now especially in some Latin American countries: a structure resembling a metal grid used as an instrument of torture, to which the victim is secured to be electrocuted or (formerly) burned. 2A dish consisting of a variety of grilled meats; a mixed grill. 3A (usually outdoor) grill used to cook such a dish; a barbecue. 4A restaurant specializing in Argentinian-style grilled meats.
Origin Mid 19th century. From Spanish parrilla grill, instrument of torture, grill restaurant from parra artificially supported vine + -illa, so called on account of resemblance to the shape of the trellis on which vines grow. |