English noun: broach | |||
1. | broach (artifact) a decorative pin worn by women | ||
Synonyms | breastpin, brooch | ||
Broader (hypernym) | pin | ||
Narrower (hyponym) | sunburst | ||
English verb: broach | |||
1. | broach (communication) bring up a topic for discussion | ||
Synonyms | initiate | ||
Pattern of use | Somebody ----s something | ||
Broader (hypernym) | discuss, hash out, talk over | ||
Narrower (hyponym) | address, cover, deal, handle, plow, treat | ||