breadstick

American  

[bred-stik] / ˈbrɛdˌstɪk /

noun

Cooking.

• breadsticks
  plural

1. a slender, sticklike piece of crisp bread, served with soups, salads, etc.

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Other Word Forms

Noun Inflected Forms

• breadsticks
  plural

Etymology

Origin of breadstick

First recorded in 1905–10; bread + stick ¹

Example Sentences

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That crust doubles as a breadstick and is meant to be dipped in XO sauce, marinara or ranch dressing.

From Seattle Times ● Nov. 24, 2023

It even sharp-elbowed his own manchego clutch with breadstick chain out of the limelight.

From The Guardian ● Aug. 26, 2019

For that reason, it’s interesting to note the context of the Lucy versus the mammoth breadstick scene.

From Salon ● Feb. 25, 2017

“We worked with one of our manufacturers to come up with a different breadstick that meets the new health guidelines while also meeting the high expectations of our kids,” she said.

From New York Times ● Oct. 6, 2015

Not that Luke would be taking a bite of the breadstick.

From "We'll Fly Away" by Bryan Bliss

I have no scars to show for it — only memories born of breaking bread, or rather breadsticks, with loved ones.

From Salon ● Jun. 3, 2026

Olive Garden, famous for its unlimited, buttery breadsticks, started offering a lighter portions menu nationwide this year, partly aimed at GLP-1 users.

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 13, 2026

He’d seen customers build mega salad bowls out of breadsticks.

From Slate ● Nov. 13, 2025

And they’ve got great breadsticks — and they’re free!’”

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 20, 2023

“Lisa-Marie Anne raves about the unlimited breadsticks, and I’ve never been. So… uh…” He clears his throat.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller