noun
Uncommon
browning
BROW-nihng
Browning (noun) means the process of turning brown, especially when cooking. Example: “The browning of the crust tells you the bread is nearly done.”
noun
1
The process of turning brown, especially when cooking.
"The browning of the crust tells you the bread is nearly done."
2
A liquid used to add brown colour to gravy or sauces.
"A dash of browning gave the gravy a richer look."
How to use browning
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe act of turning brown, or a product used to darken food.
Common pairings
gravy browning
browning of the skin
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Word forms
- Plural
- brownings
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What does “browning” mean?
The word “browning” means the process of turning brown, especially when cooking. In plain terms, the act of turning brown, or a product used to darken food.
How do you pronounce “browning”?
“Browning” is pronounced BROW-nihng (/ˈbɹaʊ.nɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “browning” in a sentence?
Here is “browning” used in a sentence: “The browning of the crust tells you the bread is nearly done.”
What part of speech is “browning”?
“Browning” is a noun.
Is “browning” a common word?
“Browning” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “browning” have?
“Browning” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the process of turning brown, especially when cooking.
