Meaning & use

Broth

noun·Everyday

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A thin, flavorful liquid made by simmering meat, fish, or vegetables in water.

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She sipped a warm bowl of chicken broth to soothe her sore throat.

The recipe calls for two cups of vegetable broth as the soup base.

A note on using this word

Similar to "stock," though broth is traditionally seasoned and ready to eat on its own, while stock is often used as a base for other dishes.

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