The term BARBEQUE ITEM can be broken down into two crossword solutions: SPARERIB (8 letters) and SPIT (4 letters). Spareribs are a type of pork ribs that are cut from the lower portion of the pig's rib cage. They are usually cooked by grilling, baking, or barbecuing. A SPIT is a metal rod that is used to hold food over an open fire for roasting. It is often used to cook large pieces of meat, such as whole chickens or turkeys, over a barbeque.