brei

American

[brahy] / braɪ /

noun

Microbiology.

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

brei British

/ breɪ /

verb

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

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

From New York Times ● Apr. 4, 2023

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 ● Apr. 11, 2022

Make the matzoh brei: In a large frying pan over medium heat, melt the butter.

From Washington Post ● Mar. 16, 2021

Start by spooning raspberry jam or blueberry compote over your matzoh brei, or top it with pan-sauteed apples or caramelized bananas and pecans.

From Washington Post ● Mar. 16, 2021

When I think about matzo, I think of matzo brei, a simple concoction of matzo, eggs, butter, salt and pepper that my mother would make year-round.

From New York Times ● Mar. 30, 2020

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