word
bain-marie
ban muh-REE
ˌbeɪn məˈriːListen
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Syllable breakdown
bainmarie
Dictionary meaning
A hot-water bath used to gently cook or keep food warm.
History and origin
French.
Examples
- The pastry chef melted the chocolate over a bain-marie to avoid scorching it.
Common mispronunciations
BANE mar-ee
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