broth

noun

ˈbrȯth 

plural broths ˈbrȯths  ˈbrȯt͟hz 

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

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

Phrases Containing broth

• Scotch broth

Kids Definition

broth

noun

ˈbrȯth 

plural broths ˈbrȯths  ˈbrȯt͟hz 

1

: liquid in which food has been cooked

2

: a fluid culture medium

Medical Definition

broth

noun

ˈbrȯth 

plural broths ˈbrȯths  ˈbrȯt͟hz 

1

: liquid in which meat or sometimes vegetable food has been cooked

2

: a fluid culture medium