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Key Bread Vocabulary - Challah

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Key Bread Vocabulary
challah
challah
[noun]

an egg-riched yeast bread that is twisted in braids, eaten by Jewish people to celebrate Sabbath and other holidays

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soft
soft
[Adjective]

gentle to the touch

Ex: He wore a soft woolen scarf around his neck to stay warm. 
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bread
bread
[noun]

a type of food made from flour, water and usually yeast mixed together and baked

Ex: I toasted a slice of bread and spread peanut butter on it for breakfast. 
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Jewish
Jewish
[Adjective]

related to the religion, culture, or people of Judaism

Ex: The Passover Seder is a Jewish tradition celebrated by families around the world. 
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tradition
tradition
[noun]

an established way of thinking or doing something among a specific group of people

Ex: Every year, the family follows the tradition of gathering for a holiday dinner. 
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special
special
[Adjective]

different or better than what is normal

Ex: That song holds a special place in her heart. 
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important
important
[Adjective]

having a lot of value

Ex: Conserving water is important for the sustainable use of natural resources. 
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sabbath
sabbath
[noun]

a day of rest and religious observance, traditionally observed weekly

Ex: Many families attend synagogue on the sabbath. 
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holiday
holiday
[noun]

a period of time away from home or work, typically to relax, have fun, and do activities that one enjoys

Ex: Taking a holiday in the mountains is a great way to escape the city and unwind. 
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sweet
sweet
[Adjective]

containing sugar or having a taste that is like sugar

Ex: He likes the sweet taste of fresh strawberries. 
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shiny
shiny
[Adjective]

bright and smooth in a way that reflects light

Ex: The newly waxed floors were shiny and smooth to the touch. 
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to brush
to brush
[Verb]

to spread a liquid onto a surface using a brush

Ex: She brushed oil onto the pan before adding the vegetables. 
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egg
egg
[noun]

an oval or round thing that is produced by a chicken and can be used for food

Ex: Can you help me crack the eggs for the cake batter? 
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to bake
to bake
[Verb]

to cook food, usually in an oven, without any extra fat or liquid

Ex: Bake the cookies at 350°F for 10-12 minutes until golden brown. 
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flour
flour
[noun]

a fine powder made by crushing wheat or other grains, used for making bread, cakes, pasta, etc.

Ex: For a gluten-free option, substitute regular flour with almond flour in the cake recipe. 
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sugar
sugar
[noun]

a sweet white or brown substance that is obtained from plants and used to make food and drinks sweet

Ex: A drizzle of sugar syrup over pancakes or waffles adds a delightful sweetness to breakfast. 
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oil
oil
[noun]

a liquid that is smooth and thick, made from animals or plants, and used in cooking

Ex: She added a tablespoon of oil to the pan before cooking the vegetables. 
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yeast
yeast
[noun]

a type of fungus capable of converting sugar into alcohol and carbon dioxide, used in making alcoholic drinks and bread swell

Ex: Adding a teaspoon of yeast to the pizza dough will help it rise and become fluffy. 
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salt
salt
[noun]

a natural, white substance, obtained from mines and also found in seawater that is added to the food to make it taste better or to preserve it

Ex: Can you please pass the salt? 
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to mix
to mix
[Verb]

to combine two or more distinct substances or elements to form a unified whole

Ex: The chef carefully mixed the ingredients to create a flavorful sauce. 
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warm
warm
[Adjective]

having a temperature that is high but not hot, especially in a way that is pleasant

Ex: She dipped her feet in the warm sand on the beach. 
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water
water
[noun]

a liquid with no smell, taste, or color, that falls from the sky as rain, and is used for washing, cooking, drinking, etc.

Ex: I accidentally spilled water on my laptop, and now it won't turn on. 
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to add
to add
[Verb]

to put something such as an ingredient, additional element, etc. together with something else

Ex: Fertilizer is added to the soil to promote plant growth. 
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to mix
to mix
[Verb]

to combine two or more distinct substances or elements to form a unified whole

Ex: The chef carefully mixed the ingredients to create a flavorful sauce. 
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to stir
to stir
[Verb]

to mix an ingredient into a liquid or other substance by moving a spoon or another implement in a circular motion

Ex: As the chocolate melted, the baker stirred in the melted butter to create a smooth and luscious ganache. 
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dough
dough
[noun]

a thick mixture of flour, liquid and sometimes yeast that is baked into bread or pastry

Ex: Pizza dough needs to be stretched and shaped before adding the toppings. 
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to knead
to knead
[Verb]

to form and press dough or wet clay with the hands

Ex: The baker had to knead the bread dough to develop its elasticity. 
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smooth
smooth
[Adjective]

having a surface that is even and free from roughness or irregularities

Ex: The marble countertop was smooth to the touch. 
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stretchy
stretchy
[Adjective]

capable of being stretched or extended without breaking

Ex: She wore a stretchy dress that allowed her to move comfortably. 
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to sit
to sit
[Verb]

to be or remain in a specific state or position

Ex: The old car sat in the garage for decades. 
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braided
braided
[Adjective]

woven by (or as if by) braiding

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egg wash
egg wash
[noun]

a mixture of beaten eggs and liquid used to brush onto the surface of dough or other baked goods before baking

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hollow
hollow
[Adjective]

having an empty space within

Ex: The children found a hollow tree trunk and used it as a hiding spot during their game of hide-and-seek. 
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to tap
to tap
[Verb]

to hit someone or something gently, often with a few quick light blows

Ex: The drummer taps the snare drum softly during the ballad. 
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to tear
to tear
[Verb]

to forcibly pull something apart into pieces

Ex: In frustration, he started to tear the paper into small pieces. 
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to share
to share
[Verb]

to offer some or all of one's possessions, resources, etc, to another individual

Ex: She shared her sandwich with her hungry coworker. 
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meal
meal
[noun]

the food that we eat regularly during different times of day, such as breakfast, lunch, or dinner

Ex: I cooked a delicious meal of grilled chicken with roasted vegetables. 
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culture
culture
[noun]

the general beliefs, customs, and lifestyles of a specific society

Ex: In Japanese culture, it's customary to bow when greeting someone. 
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to stand for

to represent something in the form of an abbreviation or symbol

Ex: The acronym 'NASA' stands for National Aeronautics and Space Administration. 
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truth
truth
[noun]

the true principles or facts about something, in contrast to what is imagined or thought

Ex: Scientific research aims to uncover the truth by analyzing evidence and data. 
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to rest
to rest
[Verb]

to remain in a stable position, supported by something beneath

Ex: The statue rests firmly on a marble pedestal in the gallery. 
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to rise
to rise
[Verb]

(of dough) to increase in volume, become lighter, and develop a fluffy texture

Ex: As the bread dough was left to rise, the yeast began its work, creating pockets of air that would give the loaf a soft texture. 
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to shape
to shape
[Verb]

to give something a particular form

Ex: She used clay to shape a beautiful sculpture. 
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famous
famous
[Adjective]

known by a lot of people

Ex: The famous singer performed to a sold-out crowd at the arena. 
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peace
peace
[noun]

a feeling of no worries or anxieties

Ex: As she sat by the lake, a profound sense of peace washed over her. 
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