Braise \Braise\, Braize \Braize\, n. [So called from its iridescent colors.] (Zo["o]l.) A European marine fish ({Pagrus vulgaris}) allied to the American scup; the becker. The name is sometimes applied to the related species. [Also written {brazier}.]
Braise \Braise\, Braize \Braize\, n. [F.] 1. Charcoal powder; breeze.
2. (Cookery) Braised meat.
Braise \Braise\, v. t. [F. braiser, fr. braise coals.] (Cookery) To stew or broil in a covered kettle or pan.
A braising kettle has a deep cover which holds coals; consequently the cooking is done from above, as well as below. --Mrs. Henderson.