Borsch

/bɔːrʃ/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A traditional Eastern European soup made primarily from beets, often including ingredients such as cabbage, potatoes, carrots, and meat or vegetable broth.
She served a steaming bowl of borsch garnished with fresh dill and a dollop of sour cream.
A hearty soup that is commonly associated with Ukrainian cuisine but is also popular in several other countries.
During the winter months, nothing warms you up better than a hot bowl of borsch.
A dish that varies in flavor and appearance based on regional recipes, but universally features beets as a key ingredient.
The family recipe for borsch was a cherished tradition passed down through generations.

Etymology

From Russian 'борщ' (borshch), possibly derived from a Slavic word for 'hogweed' or 'beetroot'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

borscht belt:
A term for a region popular with Jewish vacationers, often associated with summer resorts.
serve borscht:
To provide or offer borscht as a dish during a meal.

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Slang Meanings

To have a quick meal.
Let's borsch it and grab a quick bite before the meeting.
Something that is mixed together chaotically.
His room was a total borsch of clothes and papers.