Definition

A liquid made by boiling meat, fish, or vegetables in water, often used as a base for soups or sauces.

Example

She made a delicious chicken broth for the soup.

Conversation

Have you ever tried making broth from scratch?

Yeah, it's actually pretty easy and tastes so much better!

I usually just buy it from the store, but homemade sounds great.

Definitely! You can add any flavors you like to the broth.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Broth originates from Old English 'broth' (meaning liquid in which meat or vegetables have been cooked). It refers to a savory liquid made by simmering ingredients in water.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old English word for the liquid made by cooking meat or vegetables — that's why broth is a flavorful cooking liquid.

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