broth
/brɒθ/noun★Beginner
informal
A thin soup made by boiling meat, fish, or vegetables in water.
The doctor recommended drinking broth to soothe a sore throat.
The doctor suggested consuming a thin, nourishing soup to help with throat irritation.
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Often used as a comforting food when someone is sick.
Collocations
chicken brothbroth made from chickenvegetable brothbroth made from vegetablesbone brothbroth made by simmering bones
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💡Pro Tip
Nutritional Benefits
Broth is rich in minerals and can be easily digested, making it a good choice for recovery from illness.
📖Word Origin
From Middle English 'brothe', possibly from Old French 'bort' or Old Norse 'brúðr'.
📝Usage Notes
Broth is often used as a base for soups or consumed on its own for its health benefits.
English Dictionary