Definition

A type of round, flat bread roll that is often topped with onion flakes and has a soft center.

Example

I enjoyed a warm bialy with my breakfast this morning.

Conversation

Have you ever tried a bialy?

No, I haven't! What is it like?

It's a delicious roll topped with onion flakes, really tasty for breakfast.

Sounds great! I should definitely give a bialy a try.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bialy comes from Yiddish 'bialystoker' (meaning from Białystok), which refers to a type of bread roll originating from the Polish city of Białystok. The word 'bialy' itself means 'white' in Polish, referring to the color of the bread.

Memory Tip

Think of the Polish word for 'white' ('bialy') to remember that a bialy is a type of white bread roll.

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