In the context of barbeque, a "Barbie" is a colloquially term, prevalent in Australian and British English, referring to a food cooking device which uses heat derived from gas or charcoal to grill or smoke foods, typically meat and vegetables. The term often refers specifically to outdoor cooking events where food is cooked over such a device for social gatherings, similar to the American usage of "barbeque" or "BBQ". This term is also particularly associated with casual, outdoor leisure activities or celebrations which involve open-air cooking.

1. My family is planning to have a Barbie this weekend to celebrate my father's birthday, complete with grilled steak and burgers. 2. On my last trip to Australia, I was invited to a Barbie at a friend's farmhouse and enjoyed the most delicious grilled lamb. 3. At the upcoming beach gathering, we are envisioning a fantastic Barbie with a variety of seafood, coupled with fun and games. 4. My neighbors are famous for their summer Barbie parties, where they serve different of types barbequed specialities from around the world. 5. During our camping trip, we set up a small Barbie by the riverside and enjoyed grilling fresh fish and chicken drumsticks, it was a great experience.

Despite sharing the first four letters, Barbie and Barbeque have a more intimate connection than you think. In 2015, Mattel introduced BBQ Chef Barbie, making it possible for the famous doll to join in on all the grilling fun. This particular edition of Barbie, part of the 'I Can Be' career line, sports a classy chef outfit with a charming apricot-colored apron, trendy boots, and a chef's hat. She even comes with a grill station, complete with a serving tray, tongs, and of course, a variety of colorful vegetables and burger patties. It truly is the perfect blend of glamorous style and culinary fun, keeping up with Barbie’s modern representation of independent women who can do any profession.