breadbasket
US /ˈbred.bæs.kɪt/
UK /ˈbred.bæs.kɪt/
1.
a region that produces large amounts of grain or other food for a country or the world
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The fertile plains of Ukraine are often called the breadbasket of Europe.
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The Midwest is considered the breadbasket of the United States.
2.
a basket for holding bread or rolls at the table
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Please pass the breadbasket.
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The warm rolls were served in a wicker breadbasket.