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Definition of bouillon

bouillon

/ˈbʊl.jɑːn/
bouil · lon
Plural:bouillons
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bouillon Lexical Profile

bouillon Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A commercially prepared, dehydrated cube or powder consisting of concentrated broth, seasonings, and fat, used to flavor water or culinary dishes.

Example

"He dropped a beef bouillon into the boiling water to quickly create a savory gravy."

2

A clear, seasoned broth made by simmering meat, poultry, fish, or vegetables in water.

Example

"She used a rich chicken bouillon as the flavorful base for her homemade vegetable soup."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Frequently confused with the near-homophone 'bullion', which refers to gold or silver in bulk, whereas 'bouillon' refers strictly to a culinary broth.

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from French 'bouillon', derived from the verb 'bouillir' (to boil), which traces back to Latin 'bullire' (to bubble or boil).

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Bouillon. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 18, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/bouillon
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