broach — to bring up or introduce a topic for discussion, especially a sensitive or difficult subject
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to bring up or introduce a topic for discussion, especially a sensitive or difficult subject
Pronunciation (IPA): /broʊtʃ/
Example Sentences
- He wanted to ask for a raise but didn't know how to broach the subject with his boss.
- My grandmother's antique broach has been passed down through three generations.
- She tried to broach the topic of her terrible cooking skills, but everyone was too polite to agree.
broach
VERB[/broʊtʃ/]
to bring up or introduce a topic for discussion, especially a sensitive or difficult subject
At dinner, she carefully decided to broach the topic of moving abroad.
Bro approaches coach to broach a tough topic
Approach your coach to broach what matters most
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'broche' meaning a spit or pointed tool, derived from Latin 'brocchus' meaning projecting. The word evolved from the literal sense of piercing with a pointed implement to the figurative sense of opening up or bringing forth a topic for discussion.
Breakdown
broach: from Old French 'broche' (spit/pointed tool) + -ach (obsolete suffix) = broach (to pierce/introduce a topic)
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“He wanted to ask for a raise but didn't know how to broach the subject with his boss.”
“My grandmother's antique broach has been passed down through three generations.”
“She tried to broach the topic of her terrible cooking skills, but everyone was too polite to agree.”
“The detective decided to broach the uncomfortable question about the missing cookies.”
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