brewis

American  

[broo-is, brooz] / ˈbru ɪs, bruz /

noun

Newfoundland.

1. hard bread soaked in water and then boiled.

2. such bread, with pieces of fish added, served as a meal.

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brewis British  

/ ˈbruːɪs, ˈbrɛvɪs /

noun

1. bread soaked in broth, gravy, etc

2. thickened broth

3. a Newfoundland stew of cod or pork, hardtack, and potatoes

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Etymology

Origin of brewis

First recorded in 1520–30; earlier brewz, brewes, apparently blend of bree “broth, juice” ( Middle English bre, unattested Old English brēo, variant of brīw; brei ) and browes, Middle English broys “broth, soup,” Old French broez (nominative), broet (accusative), equivalent to bro (from Old High German brod broth ) + -et -et

Example Sentences

“A company like Urban is a fascinating business that doesn’t make any money yet,” says Rob Brewis, head of emerging markets at Aubrey Capital Management.

From Barron's

David Brewis, one half of Mercury Prize-nominated band Field Music, met Faye as a teenager when she attended the Young Musicians project in her hometown and started using his studio.

From BBC

Family friend Laura Brewis, the wife of David Brewis of Field Music, said she first met Faye at an event for young musicians in 2018.

From BBC

Ms Brewis said there was "no greater testament" to the impact she had than the donations she received to receive treatment in the US.

From BBC

"The love and support for her was palpable, and an incredible amount of money was raised in such a short time," Ms Brewis said.

From BBC