plural broths ˈbrȯths How to pronounce broth (audio) ˈbrȯt͟hz How to pronounce broth (audio)
1
: liquid in which meat, fish, cereal grains, or vegetables have been cooked : stock
chicken broth
2
: a fluid culture medium

Examples of broth in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Foods like broth, gelatin, applesauce, and even popsicles are often suggested for a few days until symptoms subside. Jake Parks, Discover Magazine, 17 Oct. 2024 For the simmering liquid, choose low-sodium chicken or turkey broth to ensure the finished dish isn't too salty. Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Oct. 2024 Combine cream cheese and chili: Ladle about 1 cup hot broth mixture into bowl with cream cheese; stir until smooth. Ann Taylor Pittman, Southern Living, 12 Oct. 2024 Add the vegetable broth and corn kernels and continue to cook until the corn is heated through, about 5 minutes. Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 28 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for broth 

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Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Old English; akin to Old High German brod broth, Old English brēowan to brew — more at brew

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of broth was before the 12th century

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Cite this Entry

“Broth.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/broth. Accessed 30 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

broth

noun
plural broths ˈbrȯths How to pronounce broth (audio) ˈbrȯt͟hz How to pronounce broth (audio)
1
: liquid in which food has been cooked
2
: a fluid culture medium

Medical Definition

broth

noun
plural broths ˈbrȯths How to pronounce broth (audio) ˈbrȯt͟hz How to pronounce broth (audio)
1
: liquid in which meat or sometimes vegetable food has been cooked
2
: a fluid culture medium

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