soup

/sup/
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A liquid dish made by cooking food in water or stock.

Examples

  • She stirred the soup with a spoon.
  • I made vegetable soup for lunch.
  • The soup is too hot to eat.
  • Would you like a bowl of soup?
  • This soup has carrots and potatoes in it.

Similar words

broth

Meanings

Food in a bowl

noun
food
neutral
A liquid food made by cooking vegetables, meat, or other ingredients in water or stock.

Examples

  • I made vegetable soup for lunch.
  • The soup is too hot to eat.
  • Would you like a bowl of soup?
  • She stirred the soup with a spoon.
  • This soup has carrots and potatoes in it.

Similar words

Etymology

FAQ

What does soup mean?

Soup is liquid food made by cooking ingredients in water or stock.

When is soup used?

It is often served warm in a bowl.

How does soup differ from stew?

Stew is usually thicker and has larger pieces than soup.

How is soup used in a sentence?

“I made vegetable soup for lunch” shows a common use.

Is soup formal?

No, soup is an everyday food word.

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