I. noun
Synonyms: brooch , clip, pin
II. verb
to open up (a subject) for discussion
would be awkward to broach the matter now
Synonyms: bring up, introduce, moot, ventilate
Related Word: interject, interpose; mention, speak (about); propose, suggest
Contrasted words: hush (up), quash, stifle, suppress; black out, censor