broach
noun
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Definition of broach
(Entry 1 of 3)
broach
verb (1)
broached;
broaching;
broaches
Definition of broach (Entry 2 of 3)
1a
: to pierce (something, such as a cask) in order to draw the contents
also
: to open for the first time
b
: to open up or break into (a mine, stores, etc.)
2
: to shape or enlarge (a hole) with a broach (see broach entry 1 sense 2c)
3a
: to make known for the first time
b
: to open up (a subject) for discussion
a good time to broach the subject
: to break the surface from below
the whale broached
broach
verb (2)
broached;
broaching;
broaches
Definition of broach (Entry 3 of 3)
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Examples of broach in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web: Noun
Charleston wore lion doorknob earrings and Thomas, lion cufflinks and a horse-and-jockey broach. — Dave Quinn, PEOPLE.com, "Go Inside Reagan Charleston's 'Perfect' Southern Charm New Orleans Wedding," 2 Aug. 2019 Some customers present her with a special item such as a broach and ask her to build a necklace around it. — Rebecca Sallee | For Al.com, al, "Meet Madison County’s ‘Pearl Lady’," 31 July 2019 Kate, always stylish, wore a totally bespoke (and stunningly gorgeous, obviously) emerald green coat from Alexander McQueen for the occasion, complete with a matching fascinator and a large, leafy green broach. — Kayleigh Roberts, Marie Claire, "Kate Middleton Wears Custom Alexander McQueen for St. Patrick's Day," 17 Mar. 2019 The inspiration for the piece actually goes all the way back to the 1840s, when Prince Albert had a sapphire-and-diamond broach designed for his soon-to-be wife, Queen Victoria. — Zoe Weiner, Glamour, "Blake Lively's Engagement Ring in A Simple Favor Was Inspired by Princess Diana's," 7 Sep. 2018 Both Victoria, 40, and Sofia wore matching broaches on their left sides. — Dana Rose Falcone, PEOPLE.com, "Prince Carl Philip and Princess Sofia Prove They Are the Sexiest Royal Wedding Guests Ever," 4 June 2018 The 70-year-old wore a simple cream-colored coat with a butterfly broach, her signature pearl necklace, and matching earrings. — Michelle Manetti, Good Housekeeping, "Camilla Parker Bowles Just Wore the Most Eccentric Hat We've Ever Seen," 16 May 2018 Think grandma's broach or a piece of vintage family furniture that has been sitting in the attic for ages. — Sunset, "11 Creative Vintage Wedding Decor Ideas," 22 Jan. 2018 Then add gemstone clips or use a bobby pin to attach your favorite broach. — Kristin Koch, Seventeen, "42 Amazing New Ways to Wear Braids," 1 Feb. 2018Recent Examples on the Web: Verb
Metro was swayed against the move by feedback from the Kingwood community shortly after the idea was broached in July. — Kaila Contreras, Houston Chronicle, "Metro cancels plan to relocate Kingwood Park & Ride," 26 Aug. 2019 Shanahan’s willingness to share contrasted with another topic that was broached concerning his backup QBs: Will Mullens or Beathard be the No. 2 behind Garoppolo? — Eric Branch, SFChronicle.com, "Want Nick Mullens or C.J. Beathard? 49ers’ Kyle Shanahan says they won’t be found on waiver wire," 25 Aug. 2019 The parklet’s inauguration was held at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday under threatening skies, some two months afer the decision was announced to move forward with the project and about two years after the idea was first broached. — Akira Kyles, baltimoresun.com/maryland/carroll, "Sykesville inaugurates latest attraction, the parklet, with a small gathering," 25 Aug. 2019 The subject was broached with new Lakers coach Frank Vogel after Davis’ introductory news conference on Saturday, mostly because core guys such as James, Davis and DeMarcus Cousins are coming off a season shortened by injuries. — Houston Mitchell, latimes.com, "The Sports Report: Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer put on a tennis clinic," 15 July 2019 The subject was broached when Pirates catcher Francisco Cervelli wrote on his Instagram account Friday that a report on a Pittsburgh website quoting him saying he was done with catching was erroneous. — Paul Sullivan, chicagotribune.com, "Recovering from another concussion, Pirates catcher Francisco Cervelli denies report and says his ‘hope is to catch again’," 13 July 2019 But moments after the suggestion was broached, Fiat Chrysler withdrew its offer, a person with knowledge of the French government’s position said, calling the reaction hasty and unreasonable. — New York Times, "Fiat Chrysler Withdraws Its Offer for Renault," 5 June 2019 Talbot said Stimpson broached the subject during a private meeting with mystic society representatives. — al, "Can Mobile unmask the true worth of Mardi Gras?," 4 Aug. 2019 The Duke of Sussex broached the topic by first talking about Goodall's achievements. — Chloe Foussianes, Town & Country, "Prince Harry and Jane Goodall Talk About Unconscious Racism in New Interview," 30 July 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'broach.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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broach
verb
\ ˈbrōch
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broached;
broaching
Kids Definition of broach
: to bring up as a subject for discussion
She broached an idea.