flatbread

noun

flat·​bread ˈflat-ˌbred 

1

: a bread (such as focaccia or naan) that has a wide surface and little thickness

2

or flatbrod

ˈflat-ˌbrōd 

[flatbread translation of Norwegian flatbrød; flatbrod modification of Norwegian flatbrød, from flat (from Old Norse flatr) + brød bread, from Old Norse brauth] : a thin, dry wafer made of rye flour dough and used especially among Scandinavian peoples

Examples of flatbread in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

To the hummus flatbread, add your cooked falafel, then use a fork to gently smash and disperse the chickpea patties, if desired. —Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Mar. 2025

Today, the flatbread is the subject of memes and videos that reflect cultural traditions and feminist values. —The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 4 Mar. 2025

Tropical Smoothie Cafe operates 15 locations in the Kansas City area, serving smoothies, bowls, flatbreads and wraps. —David Hudnall, Kansas City Star, 22 Jan. 2025

Vegetarian options: Lots of starters, a trio of salads, a couple of flatbreads and one or two entrees depending on the day’s specials. —Benjy Egel, Sacbee.com, 2 Apr. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1762, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for flatbread

• abed
• ahead
• beachhead
• bedspread
• bedstead
• behead
• blackhead
• blockhead
• bloodshed
• bowhead
• breastfed
• bridgehead