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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 brushed his fingers over the soft petals of the flower .
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bread
bread
[noun]

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

Ex: They bought a loaf of freshly baked bread from the bakery for dinner .
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Jewish
Jewish
[Adjective]

related to the religion, culture, or people of Judaism

Ex: Many Jewish families celebrate Hanukkah by lighting a menorah and exchanging gifts .
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tradition
tradition
[noun]

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

Ex: Some traditions are deeply rooted in cultural or religious practices .
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special
special
[Adjective]

different or better than what is normal

Ex: The special occasion called for a celebration with family and friends .
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important
important
[Adjective]

having a lot of value

Ex: The important issue at hand is ensuring the safety of the workers .
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sabbath
sabbath
[noun]

a day of rest and religious observance, traditionally observed weekly

Ex: Some Christians observe the sabbath on Sunday with church services and rest .
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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: I ca n’t wait for the holiday to relax and unwind .
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sweet
sweet
[Adjective]

containing sugar or having a taste that is like sugar

Ex: The fresh strawberries were naturally sweet and juicy .
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shiny
shiny
[Adjective]

bright and smooth in a way that reflects light

Ex: The metallic buttons on his jacket caught the light , appearing shiny against the fabric .
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to brush
to brush
[Verb]

to spread a liquid onto a surface using a brush

Ex: She brushed egg wash onto the golden-brown surface of the pie .
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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: The children enjoyed eating soft-boiled eggs with buttered toast.
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to bake
to bake
[Verb]

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

Ex: He enjoys baking pies , especially during the holiday season .
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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: The flour mixture was mixed with water to form the batter .
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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: The children enjoyed colorful cotton candy at the fair , made from sugar.
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oil
oil
[noun]

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

Ex: They ran out of cooking oil and had to borrow some from their neighbor.
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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: I need to activate the yeast by dissolving it in warm water before adding it to the bread dough .
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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: We bought a bag of coarse sea salt from the specialty store.
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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 baker diligently mixed the batter to ensure a smooth and uniform texture for the cake .
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warm
warm
[Adjective]

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

Ex: They enjoyed a warm summer evening around the campfire .
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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: The swimmer jumped into the pool and splashed water everywhere .
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to add
to add
[Verb]

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

Ex: Stir-fry the vegetables , then add the tofu .
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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 baker diligently mixed the batter to ensure a smooth and uniform texture for the cake .
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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: The barista skillfully stirred the caramel syrup into the steamed milk .
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dough
dough
[noun]

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

Ex: The doughnut dough is rising before it gets fried .
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to knead
to knead
[Verb]

to form and press dough or wet clay with the hands

Ex: The sculptor used various hand movements to knead and shape the clay into a detailed sculpture .
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smooth
smooth
[Adjective]

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

Ex: He ran his fingers over the smooth surface of the glass .
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stretchy
stretchy
[Adjective]

capable of being stretched or extended without breaking

Ex: The shirt was made from a stretchy material that hugged her figure nicely .
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to sit
to sit
[Verb]

to be or remain in a specific state or position

Ex: The old barn has sat empty for decades , slowly succumbing to decay .
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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 old well had a hollow shaft leading deep into the ground .
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to tap
to tap
[Verb]

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

Ex: She has tapped the surface to find hidden compartments in the antique desk .
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to tear
to tear
[Verb]

to forcibly pull something apart into pieces

Ex: In excitement , they tore the gift wrap to see the contents .
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to share
to share
[Verb]

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

Ex: The generous donor decided to share his wealth with charitable causes .
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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: The meal was served buffet-style with a variety of dishes to choose from .
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culture
culture
[noun]

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

Ex: We experienced the local culture during our stay in Italy .
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to stand for

to represent something in the form of an abbreviation or symbol

Ex: ' CO2 ' stands for carbon dioxide in scientific terms .
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truth
truth
[noun]

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

Ex: Personal honesty and transparency contribute to a culture of truth.
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to rest
to rest
[Verb]

to remain in a stable position, supported by something beneath

Ex: Her suitcase rested by the door , ready for the trip .
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to rise
to rise
[Verb]

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

Ex: Home bakers often use a warm environment to help the dough rise.
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to shape
to shape
[Verb]

to give something a particular form

Ex: The designer shaped the metal into a sleek , modern sculpture .
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famous
famous
[Adjective]

known by a lot of people

Ex: She became famous overnight after her viral video gained millions of views .
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peace
peace
[noun]

a feeling of no worries or anxieties

Ex: Meditation helps her achieve a deep peace, free from life 's stresses .
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