1. small square chocolate cakes that are dense and fudgy
2. members of the junior division of Girl Scouts for girls typically ages 6-8
Usage: capitalized when referring to the organization
3. small helpful household spirits in Scottish folklore
Usage: folklore; mythology

Examples

• She baked a pan of chocolate brownies for the school fundraiser.
• The brownies were still warm from the oven.
• My daughter joined the Brownies this year and loves earning badges.
• The Brownies went on a nature walk to learn about local plants.
• According to legend, brownies would help with household chores at night.
• The old Scottish tales spoke of brownies who lived in the barn.