what is bbq
(ËbÉr bÉªËkyu) n., v. -cued or -qued, -cuâ¢ing or -quâ¢ing. n. 1. pieces of meat, poultry, or fish roasted over an open hearth, esp. when basted with a barbecue sauce. 2. a grill, spit, or fireplace for cooking food over an open fire. 3. a meal, usu. outdoors, at which foods are so cooked. 4. a dressed steer, lamb, or other animal, roasted whole.