broth

noun

ˈbrȯth 

plural broths ˈbrȯths  ˈbrȯt͟hz 

1

: liquid in which meat, fish, cereal grains, or vegetables have been cooked : stock

chicken broth

2

: a fluid culture medium

Examples of broth in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The beef is tender, and the broth has that nice aromatic spice that is immediately soothing and associated with a classic beef noodle soup. —Shindy Chen, Charlotte Observer, 5 Sep. 2025

Then add the chicken broth and cream and bring to a simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, until the liquid reaches a gravy-like consistency. —Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 5 Sep. 2025

Get the recipe > This rustic soup from Chiapas, Mexico, features the grassy flavor of fresh chipilín leaves in a rich corn broth, with tender masa dumplings stuffed with creamy queso fresco for a satisfying bite. —Saveur Editors, Saveur, 4 Sep. 2025

Braising starts by browning meat or vegetables in fat, then cooking them in a small amount of liquid, such as broth or wine, in a covered vessel. —Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Sep. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Old English; akin to Old High German brod broth, Old English brēowan to brew — more at brew

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing broth

• Scotch broth

Rhymes for broth

• cloth
• doth
• froth
• goth
• loth
• moth
• swath
• wroth
• broadcloth
• cheesecloth
• loincloth
• neckcloth

Kids Definition

broth

noun

ˈbrȯth 

plural broths ˈbrȯths  ˈbrȯt͟hz 

1

: liquid in which food has been cooked

2

: a fluid culture medium

Medical Definition

broth

noun

ˈbrȯth 

plural broths ˈbrȯths  ˈbrȯt͟hz 

1

: liquid in which meat or sometimes vegetable food has been cooked

2

: a fluid culture medium