brownie

noun

brown·​ie ˈbrau̇-nē 

1

: a legendary good-natured elf that performs helpful services at night

2

Brownie : a member of a program of the Girl Scouts for girls typically in the second and third grades in school

3

: a small square or rectangle of rich usually chocolate cake often containing nuts

Synonyms of brownie

• fairy
• elf
• dwarf
• goblin

Examples of brownie in a Sentence

some people believe that brownies will clean your house if you leave them milk

Recent Examples on the Web

Pastry lovers can expect croissants, salted caramel brownies, macarons, cheesecakes and éclairs, along with savory bites like quiches and sandwiches. — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 8 Nov. 2026

On our latest Coffee Walk, Fennel tells us all about her trick for extra-fudgy brownies, antiquing for her new house upstate, and her brand-new cookbook that’s hitting shelves next year. — Aliyah Rodriguez, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Nov. 2026

The menu also includes a cannoli cake, which might interest those looking for something a bit different from the usual cookies, brownies, and layer cakes. — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 26 Oct. 2026

Pick from gummy bears, brownie chunks, M&M’s, marshmallows, and more. — Lisa Shames, Chicago Tribune, 22 Oct. 2026

Word History

Etymology

brown entry 1

First Known Use

circa 1500, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing brownie

• brownie point

Rhymes for brownie

• downy

Kids Definition

brownie

noun

brown·​ie ˈbrau̇-nē 

1

: a good-natured elf believed to perform helpful services at night

2

capitalized : a member of the Girl Scouts of the United States of America in the second and third grades

3

: a small square or rectangle of rich usually chocolate cake often containing nuts