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

The process of turning brown, especially when cooking.

"The browning of the crust tells you the bread is nearly done."

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 notes

In plain EnglishThe act of turning brown, or a product used to darken food.

Common pairings

gravy browning browning of the skin

Word forms

brownings plural, Brownings plural, Brownings plural

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Rhymes for browning

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Frequently asked questions

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.

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