bread

UK: bred | US: bred

Definition

  1. n. a staple food made from flour or meal mixed with water or milk, usually baked

  2. n. (slang) money

Structure
bread <food staple>
Etymology

The word "bread" traces back to Old English brēad, meaning "fragment, bit, or morsel," which later specialized to refer specifically to baked dough. It shares Germanic roots with Dutch brood and German Brot. Unlike many English words with Latin or Greek origins, "bread" retains its compact, ancient Germanic structure, reflecting its status as a fundamental food item in early cultures.

Examples

  1. She baked fresh bread every morning.

  2. He spread butter on a slice of whole wheat bread.

  3. In medieval times, bread was a dietary staple.

  4. (Slang) "I need to earn some bread to pay rent."

  5. The bakery sells artisan bread with unique flavors.