1
: a bread (such as focaccia or naan) that has a wide surface and little thickness
2
or flatbrod [flatbread translation of Norwegian flatbrød; flatbrod modification of Norwegian flatbrød, from flat (from Old Norse flatr) + brød bread, from Old Norse brauth] : a thin, dry wafer made of rye flour dough and used especially among Scandinavian peoples

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Options for late-night snacking include flatbreads and desserts. — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 23 Sep. 2026 The lounge also offers other craft cocktails, as well as light bites like flatbreads and charcuterie boards. — Kansas City Star, 15 Sep. 2026 This bakery-style flatbread tops a crisp crust with earthy beetroot and tangy goat cheese. — Danielle Bouchard, Martha Stewart, 2 Sep. 2026 Corbin mined the flavor profile of West African pepper soup for his roasted bone marrow with flatbread. — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for flatbread

Word History

First Known Use

1762, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of flatbread was in 1762

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“Flatbread.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flatbread. Accessed 26 Sep. 2026.

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