English dictionary, thesaurus, translations & etymology
FreeDict.com

broth

1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for broth, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — The flavoured liquid left over after meat, vegetables, or bones have been simmered in water.

Synonyms

Everyday swaps

Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.

How to use broth

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

chicken broth a bowl of broth simmer in broth

Etymology

From Old English broþ, related to "brew" — broth is literally what you get from brewing meat or vegetables in water.

Full origin of broth →

Frequently asked questions

What does “broth” mean?

The word “broth” means the flavoured liquid left over after meat, vegetables, or bones have been simmered in water. In plain terms, the savoury liquid you get from boiling meat, bones, or veg — or a light soup made from it.

How do you pronounce “broth”?

“Broth” is pronounced broth (/bɹɔθ/ in IPA).

How do you use “broth” in a sentence?

Here is “broth” used in a sentence: “She used chicken broth as the base for the soup.”

What part of speech is “broth”?

“Broth” is a noun.

Where does the word “broth” come from?

The word “broth” comes from Old English. From Old English broþ, related to "brew" — broth is literally what you get from brewing meat or vegetables in water.

Is “broth” a common word?

“Broth” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “broth” have?

“Broth” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the flavoured liquid left over after meat, vegetables, or bones have been simmered in water.

Related words

barley-bree brew brewis brose court bouillon dashi juice souse stock supper

People also searched

Nearby words

← Back to the full definition of broth
Synonyms and antonyms from Wiktionary, CC BY-SA.