baguette

noun

ba·​guette ba-ˈget 

1

: a gem having the shape of a narrow rectangle

also : the shape itself

2

: a long thin loaf of French bread

Examples of baguette in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Down in the bakery, don’t expect to find Wonder Bread, but rather homemade baguettes and other fresh baked goods. —Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 13 July 2025

Equipped with a multi-layered rose-gold case, 3-D-effect baguette diamond dial, and a flying tourbillon at 6 o’clock, the watch is 8.4 mm thick and perfect for those seeking to honor tradition without compromising functionality. —India Brown, Robb Report, 8 July 2025

The actress accessorized with maroon pumps and a red baguette clutch. —Catherine Santino, People.com, 1 July 2025

Prepare and cook halloumi and sliced baguette as directed. —Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 June 2025

Word History

Etymology

French, literally, rod, from Middle French, from Italian bacchetta, ultimately from Latin baculum staff

First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for baguette

• abet
• asset
• banquette
• barbette
• beget
• beset
• brevet
• briquette
• brunet
• brunette
• burette
• cadet

Kids Definition

baguette

noun

ba·​guette ba-ˈget 

1

: a gem (as a diamond) cut in a long narrow rectangle

also : the shape itself

2

: a long thin loaf of French bread