Meaning & Definition of word "Baguette"

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    Baguette

    /bæˈɡɛt/

    noun:

    • 1. A long, narrow loaf of French bread that is often crusty on the outside and soft on the inside.
      • Example: She bought a fresh baguette from the bakery to enjoy with her soup.
    • 2. A stick-shaped piece of something, often used in various contexts like jewelry or artistic design.
      • Example: The artisan crafted a beautiful necklace featuring a baguette-shaped diamond.
    • 3. A term used in cooking to refer to a preparation or presentation style that resembles a long, narrow shape.
      • Example: The chef plated the dish with a baguette of puréed vegetables beside the meat.

    Etymology

    French, meaning 'stick' or 'baton'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    baguette sandwich:

    A sandwich made with a baguette.

    Related Words

    pain:

    French word for bread.

    ciabatta:

    An Italian bread similar to baguette.

    Slang Meanings of baguette

    Meaning: A metaphor for something long and thin.

    Example Sentence: Look at that baguette of a stick he found!