Braise, Braize (?), n. [So called from its iridescent colors.] Zool.

A European marine fish (Pagrus vulgaris) allied to the American scup; the becker. The name is sometimes applied to the related species.

[Also written brazier.]

 

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Braise, Braize, n. [F.]

1.

Charcoal powder; breeze.

2. Cookery

Braised meat.

 

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Braise, v. t. [F. braiser, fr. braise coals.] Cookery

To stew or broil in a covered kettle or pan.

A braising kettle has a deep cover which holds coals; consequently the cooking is done from above, as well as below. Mrs. Henderson.

 

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