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 : an appliance used to air fry
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
Rasha AliAir fryers create a crispy coating on foods using minimal oil by way of convection.—Betty Gold
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The builder likens the system to an air fryer, which is almost enough to put you off your French fries.
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Adam Williams
july 01,
New Atlas,
1 July 2026
Our air fryer hot dog looked crispy and the color seemed right.
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Dianna Douglas,
NPR,
28 June 2026
In convection cooking, like that of the air fryer, the air is circulated by a fan, which makes the device hotter than conventional baking.
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Riley Wofford,
Martha Stewart,
28 June 2026
Casa Mamita Chicken & Cheese Taquitos Casa Mamita Chicken & Cheese Taquitos crisp up quickly in the oven or air fryer and pair well with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.
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Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
28 June 2026
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Adam Williams
july 01,
New Atlas,
1 July 2026
Our air fryer hot dog looked crispy and the color seemed right.
—
Dianna Douglas,
NPR,
28 June 2026
In convection cooking, like that of the air fryer, the air is circulated by a fan, which makes the device hotter than conventional baking.
—
Riley Wofford,
Martha Stewart,
28 June 2026
Casa Mamita Chicken & Cheese Taquitos Casa Mamita Chicken & Cheese Taquitos crisp up quickly in the oven or air fryer and pair well with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.
—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
28 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for air fryer
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“Air fryer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/air%20fryer. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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