focaccia

noun

fo·​cac·​cia fō-ˈkä-ch(ē-)ə 

: a flat Italian bread typically seasoned with herbs and olive oil

Examples of focaccia in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The restaurant is also popular for its meatball sandwiches, fresh focaccia, lasagna, prepared meals and homemade sauces. — Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 7 Oct. 2026

Transfer pan to a wire rack and let focaccia cool slightly in pan. — Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 Oct. 2026

In Florence, locals will bemoan the lines at All'Antico Vinaio, because there are so many other incredible focaccia sandwich shops around that don't require a wait. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Sep. 2026

Then it's piled on the Italian Corner's housemade focaccia bread that is topped with olive oil and salt before baking. — Gail Ciampa, The Providence Journal, 11 Sep. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Italian, from Late Latin focacia (neuter plural), from Latin focus hearth

First Known Use

1881, in the meaning defined above