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bouillon cube

American  

noun

  1. a small compressed cube of dehydrated beef, chicken, or vegetable stock.


Etymology

Origin of bouillon cube

First recorded in 1930–35

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If you've never tasted it, imagine if a bouillon cube was a spread.

From Salon Sep. 26, 2023

Charlotte H.: Brown some mushrooms and add to the gravy, or add a vegetable bouillon cube.

From Washington Post Aug. 21, 2021

The closest Senegalese comparable is the Maggi brand bouillon cube.

From Salon Jul. 12, 2021

Talk about umami: This silky-textured madness tasted like a bouillon cube ate some blue cheese.

From Seattle Times Aug. 10, 2019

“Drop a bouillon cube in that cup, will you, dear? The doctor says it’ll build your father up.”

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck

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