broach
noun
1. a decorative pin worn by women
Similar word(s): breastpin, brooch
Definition categories: man–made, pin
verb
1. bring up a topic for discussion
Similar word(s): initiate
Definition categories: communication, discuss
Sentences with broach as a verb:
- French knights at Agincourt were unable to broach the English line.
- I broached the subject of contraceptives carefully when the teenager mentioned his promiscuity.
- The small boat broached and nearly sank, because of the large waves.
- Each time we came around into the wind, the sea broached our bow.