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

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Soften protein-rich foods with broth, water, or milk. Amy Brownstein, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 19 Mar. 2025 Bone Broth Sipping on a hot cup of bone broth in the morning instead of coffee can help boost your protein and collagen intake. Jillian Kubala, Health, 18 Mar. 2025 Gradually pour in chicken broth, stirring constantly. Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2025 Increase heat to medium-high and carefully add dumplings into the broth. Cathy Thomas, Orange County Register, 10 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for broth

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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“Broth.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/broth. Accessed 22 Mar. 2025.

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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