consomme

/kɔ̃sɔm/

Definitions

1. noun

a clear soup made from meat or fish stock, served as a first course.

“The elegant dinner started with a consommé served in a delicate bowl.”

2. verb

to clarify or purify a liquid, especially a soup or stock, by allowing it to settle and then removing the sediment.

“The chef consommé the broth to remove any impurities before serving it to the guests.”

Synonyms

  • clarified broth
  • clear soup

Antonyms

  • impure liquid
  • thick soup