focaccia

noun

fo·​cac·​cia fō-ˈkä-ch(ē-)ə How to pronounce focaccia (audio)
: a flat Italian bread typically seasoned with herbs and olive oil

Examples of focaccia in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Fans and newcomers alike eagerly anticipate the handmade pastas, focaccias and more inspired by the best of Italy’s Eternal City. Alissa Fitzgerald, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024 These layers stand with sturdy poise between slices of medium-thin focaccia, engineered for slightly more crunch than squish. Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 22 June 2024 The best sandwich is the Paradigm, made with spicy soppressata, mozzarella, homemade spicy tomato vinaigrette, mayo, arugula and roasted peppers, all served on the focaccia. Jolan Kruse, Journal Sentinel, 17 Aug. 2024 Step 2 Using a bread knife, cut off the top of the focaccia, dividing the slab into a thin top and thick bottom. Saveur Editors, Saveur, 6 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for focaccia 

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Word History

Etymology

Italian, from Late Latin focacia (neuter plural), from Latin focus hearth

First Known Use

1881, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of focaccia was in 1881

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Cite this Entry

“Focaccia.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/focaccia. Accessed 8 Oct. 2024.

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