brei

American  

[brahy] / braɪ /

noun

Microbiology.

1. a suspension of finely divided tissue in an isotonic medium, used chiefly as a culture for certain viruses.

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brei British  

/ breɪ /

verb

1. Also: brey.  informal (intr) to speak with a uvular r , esp in Afrikaans Compare burr 2

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Etymology

Origin of brei

< German: mush; akin to Old English brīg, brīw soup

Example Sentences

This flavorful take on matzo brei combines creamy feta and dill with hot honey.

From New York Times

Matzo brei, a scramble of eggs and broken matzo that’s often a Passover breakfast staple, can be given a loftier assignment at the Seder table.

From New York Times

If your observance is not strictly kosher for Passover, you might consider Breads Bakery’s matzo brei to serve alongside the chicken or brisket.

From New York Times

Brei DelGiudice, 44, a mother of two school children, said it was jarring for her and other families when the Plainedge Union Free School District, in Nassau County, announced mask-wearing would all of a sudden be optional starting Tuesday.

From New York Times

Among them was Brei Johnson, a member of an anti-vaccination online group, who immediately greeted Greene as she visited the state GOP booth.

From Seattle Times