Definition

Noun: 1. A long, thin loaf of French bread with a crisp crust: A baguette is a specific type of bread, characterized by its elongated, narrow shape and a hard, crispy exterior. It is traditionally made from basic lean dough.

Usage

The word "baguette" is used as a countable noun to refer to this specific style of bread. It is often associated with French cuisine and culture.

Examples

• Noun:
  • For breakfast, I bought a fresh baguette from the bakery.
  • The classic sandwich is made with a baguette, ham, butter, and cheese.
  • Could you please slice the baguette for the table?

Advanced Usage

• "Baguette" in Jewelry: In a completely different context, "baguette" can also refer to a small, rectangular gemstone cut or a piece of jewelry set with such stones. This usage is separate from the bread definition.
  • Her ring featured a central diamond surrounded by baguette sapphires.

Variants and Related Words

• Baguettes (plural noun): The standard plural form.
  • The bakery sold dozens of baguettes every morning.

Synonyms

• French bread: A general term that can include baguettes and other styles.
• French stick: A common synonym, especially in British English.
• Loaf: A general term for a shaped mass of baked bread.

Different Meanings

1. Bread: The primary and most common meaning is the long, thin French loaf.
2. Jewelry Cut: A secondary meaning is a rectangular cut for gemstones, as mentioned in Advanced Usage.

Noun

1. narrow French stick loaf