Meaning & Definition of word "Borsch"

Borsch

/bɔːrʃ/

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

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

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.

sour cream:

A dairy product often used as a topping for borsch.

beetroot:

A vegetable that is a primary ingredient in borsch.

Meaning: To have a quick meal.

● Example Sentence: Let's borsch it and grab a quick bite before the meeting.

Meaning: Something that is mixed together chaotically.

● Example Sentence: His room was a total borsch of clothes and papers.