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Brioche

/bʁi.ɔʃ/
nounCEFR B1 (Intermediate)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A light, sweet bread made with eggs and butter, often enjoyed as a breakfast item or dessert.

    "She served warm brioche with jam for breakfast."
  2. 2

    A type of pastry that is rich and soft, often used in desserts or as a base for other dishes.

    "The chef created a decadent dessert using brioche as the base."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The word 'brioche' originates from the Norman dialect of French, likely derived from the verb 'brier', meaning 'to knead'. It has evolved over centuries to refer specifically to a soft, sweet bread enriched with butter and eggs, commonly associated with French cuisine.

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