Brew'is, n.

(brū'is), n. [O. Eng., also brouwys, browesse, brewet, A-S. briw, es, broth, frumenty, O. H. Ger. pri, prio, M. H. Ger. bri, brie, N. H. Ger. brei, pottage; from A-S. breowan, Eng. brew.] 1. Broth or pottage. [Obs.] What an ocean of brew is shall I swim in! Beau. & Fl. Let them of their Bonner's “beef” and “broth” make what brewis they please for their credulous guests. Bp. Hall. 2. Bread soaked in gravy, or prepared in water and butter.