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Definition of brasserie

brasserie

/ˌbræs.əˈriː/
bras · se · rie
Plural:brasseries
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• noun

1

An informal, often large French-style restaurant with a relaxed atmosphere that serves beer, wine, and simple, traditional meals throughout the day.

Example

"After touring the art museum, we stopped at a lively corner brasserie for steak frites and a glass of red wine."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In French culinary tradition, a brasserie is typically larger and more bustling than a bistro, often offering continuous service throughout the day rather than strictly set meal hours.

• Rhymes for brasserie

• Nearby Words

brashness
brasilia
brass
brasserie
brassica
brassiere
brasslike

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the mid-19th century from French 'brasserie', meaning 'brewery', derived from the Old French verb 'brasser' ('to brew'), which traces back to a Celtic root referring to malt.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Brasserie. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/brasserie
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