breadstick

American  

[bred-stik] / ˈbrɛdˌstɪk /

noun

Cooking.

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

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Etymology

Origin of breadstick

First recorded in 1905–10; bread + stick ¹

Example Sentences

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

Grillo’s isn’t the only company to make a shameless public relations play via creative bouquet advice this year: You may have also come across Olive Garden’s campaign for the breadstick bouquet.

From Slate • Feb. 13, 2019

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

From Salon • Feb. 25, 2017

Toby grabbed a breadstick and took a bite, trying to lose himself in the garlic and butter.

From "We'll Fly Away" by Bryan Bliss