brewis

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brew=is

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brewis, n. [OE. brewis, brouwys, browesse, brewet, OF. brouet, -s being the OF. ending of the nom. sing. and acc. pl.; dim. of OHG. brod. Broth, and cf. Brose.].

Broth or pottage. [1913 Webster]
"Let them of their Bonner's “beef” and “broth” make what brewis they please for their credulous guests." [1913 Webster]
Bread soaked in broth, drippings of roast meat, milk, or water and butter. [1913 Webster]