focaccia

noun

fo·​cac·​cia fō-ˈkä-ch(ē-)ə How to pronounce focaccia (audio)
: a flat Italian bread typically seasoned with herbs and olive oil

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In Florence, locals will bemoan the lines at All'Antico Vinao, because there are so many other incredible focaccia sandwich shops around that don't require a wait. Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Jan. 2026 Customers can expect the brand's beloved scones, cardamom buns, and focaccia on the menu; The San Francisco Standard reports that owner Marisa Williams also plans to start selling guava tarts and apple rhubarb puffs. Monica Garske, USA Today, 20 Jan. 2026 To serve as an appetizer, slice very thin and serve with mustard, pickles and slices of focaccia, brushed with olive oil and grilled. Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Jan. 2026 Harrington said focaccia bread is his favorite. Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 10 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for focaccia

Word History

Etymology

Italian, from Late Latin focacia (neuter plural), from Latin focus hearth

First Known Use

1881, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of focaccia was in 1881

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“Focaccia.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/focaccia. Accessed 3 Feb. 2026.

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