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Definition of consommé

consommé

/ˌkɑːn.səˈmeɪ/
con · som · mé
Plural:consommés
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consommé Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A rich, flavorful soup made from concentrated meat, poultry, or fish stock that has been clarified using egg whites to produce a crystal-clear liquid, served either hot or chilled.

Example

"The dinner began with a delicate beef consommé garnished with finely julienned vegetables and fresh herbs."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In classical culinary terminology, a consommé is distinguished from an ordinary broth or bouillon by having been clarified with egg whites to remove all sediment and fat, resulting in a crystal-clear liquid.

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the early 19th century from French consommé, the past participle of consommer ('to complete, finish, or boil down'), from Latin consummare ('to sum up or bring to perfection').

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