General
grill
What does grill mean?
To glare at someone in a hostile or challenging way. 'Why you grilling me?' = why are you staring?
"That guy was grilling me the whole ride."
Origin
NYC/AAVE; 'grill' from the face/mouth, extended to a menacing stare.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'grill' mean as a verb in slang?
It means to stare someone down coldly — glaring at them in a hostile or challenging way.
How do you use 'grill' this way?
Say 'Why you grilling me?' to ask why someone is staring, or 'That guy was grilling me the whole ride.'
Is grilling someone aggressive?
Yes, it implies a hostile or challenging stare rather than a friendly look.
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