Real Dictionary

griddle
countable noun: A griddle is a round, flat, heavy piece of metal which is placed on a cooker or fire and used for cooking.

griddle in American English
a heavy, flat metal plate with a handle, or a special flat, heated surface on the top of a stove, used for cooking pancakes and other foods
noun: a frying pan with a handle and a slightly raised edge, for cooking pancakes, bacon, etc., over direct heat
transitive verb: to cook on a griddle

griddle in British English
noun: a thick round iron plate with a half hoop handle over the top, for making scones, etc
verb: to cook (food) on a griddle