breadbasket

• Существительное с несколькими значениями: может обозначать географический регион, являющийся основным источником зерна для какой-либо области, неформальный термин для желудка или корзину для подачи хлеба.

A noun with multiple meanings: it can refer to a geographic region that is the main source of grain for an area, an informal term for the stomach, or a basket used for serving bread.

1. Geographic region for grain productionB2formal

   A region that is a major source of grain, especially wheat, for a country or the world.

   Житница

   • The Midwest is often called the breadbasket of the United States.
   • Ukraine is known as the breadbasket of Europe due to its fertile soil.
   • The region's agricultural output makes it a vital breadbasket for the nation.

   Synonymsgranary

2. Stomach or digestive organB2informalmedical

   An informal term for the stomach, especially when considered as a large, muscular organ for digestion.

   Живот

   • He took a punch right in the breadbasket.
   • After the big meal, his breadbasket was full and satisfied.
   • The boxer aimed a blow at his opponent's breadbasket.

   Synonymsabdomenbellygutstomachtummy

3. Basket for serving breadA2formal

   A container, typically woven, used for holding and serving bread at a table.

   Хлебная корзина

   • The waiter placed a warm breadbasket on the table.
   • She wove a beautiful breadbasket from willow branches.
   • The breadbasket was filled with rolls and croissants.