baguette
n. countable B1 Intermediate US //ˌbæˈɡɛt// UK //bˈeɪɡt// baguette
n. a long, thin loaf of French bread that is usually baked in a stone oven. It is famous for its crispy outside and soft inside.
n. a long, thin loaf of French bread, typically baked in a stone oven to achieve a crisp crust. Often used as a general term for similar breads in other cultures.
I bought a fresh baguette from the local bakery.
The waiter brought a warm baguette and some butter to the table for the guests to enjoy with their soup.
While the traditional baguette is defined by its specific shape and baking method, many modern bakeries have adapted the recipe to include various seeds or whole grains to cater to contemporary dietary preferences.
Borrowed from French baguette (“stick”), from Italian bacchetta.