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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Foods Rich in Collagen Some collagen-rich foods include: Beef Bone broth Chicken and fish Gelatin Potential Side Effects Collagen supplements are generally safe to take. Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 23 Apr. 2025 On a liquid diet, nutrients can be obtained from protein shakes, bone broth, strained cream soups, yogurt, and milk. Jillian Kubala, Health, 22 Apr. 2025 Bake, uncovered, in preheated oven until broth is absorbed and grits have thickened, 25 to 30 minutes. Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2025 There's something about noodles and hot broth that was like the meal of choice. Madison E. Goldberg, People.com, 3 Apr. 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 2 May. 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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