Meaning of the word roux in English

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roux

US /ruː/
UK /ruː/
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Noun

a mixture of fat (especially butter) and flour used as a base for sauces and soups.

Example:
To thicken the gravy, first make a roux.
She stirred the roux until it turned golden brown.