0 a long, thin metal pin used for holding together pieces of food, especially meat, during cooking
1 to put pieces of food, especially meat, on a skewer
2 a long, thin rod that is put through pieces of food, esp. meat, for cooking
Rollmops can be served held together with one or two small wooden skewers.
During the procession, some men put skewers through their cheeks.
The skewers are frequently turned during this process.
Serving can vary widely to taste on either skewers or breads, with additional accompaniments or condiments.
The magazine regularly skewered popular culture, the counterculture and politics.
A number of such skewers were slowly driven into the flesh under the prisoner's toenails.
The main one is koobideh kabob, which is seasoned ground beef that is skewered and barbecued outside on a charcoal flame.
Non-metallic skewers are often made from bamboo; however, any suitable wood may be used.