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Definition of bratwurst

bratwurst

/ˈbrɑːtwɜːrst/
brat · wurst
Plural:bratwursts
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• noun

1

A type of fine German sausage typically made from pork, beef, or veal, often grilled or pan-fried.

Example

"We bought fresh bratwurst and potato salad for the backyard barbecue."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from German 'Bratwurst', derived from Old High German 'brāto' (finely chopped meat) and 'wurst' (sausage). Over time, the first element became popularly associated with the German verb 'braten' (to fry or roast).

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180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Bratwurst. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 17, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/bratwurst
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