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Verb — To bring up a sensitive or difficult topic for discussion.

How to use broach

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

broach a subject broach the topic

Etymology

From Old French broche, meaning a spit or pointed tool — the same root gives us "brochure."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “broach” mean?

The word “broach” means to bring up a sensitive or difficult topic for discussion. In plain terms, to start talking about a difficult topic, or (older sense) to pierce something like a barrel to get at what's inside.

How do you pronounce “broach”?

“Broach” is pronounced brohch (/bɹoʊt͡ʃ/ in IPA).

How do you use “broach” in a sentence?

Here is “broach” used in a sentence: “She wasn't sure how to broach the subject of his job loss.”

What part of speech is “broach”?

“Broach” is a verb.

Where does the word “broach” come from?

The word “broach” comes from Old French. From Old French broche, meaning a spit or pointed tool — the same root gives us "brochure.".

How many meanings does “broach” have?

“Broach” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to bring up a sensitive or difficult topic for discussion.

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