broach1
v.
- raise (a sensitive subject) for discussion.
- pierce or open (a cask or other container) to draw alcohol.
Etymology
ME (in sense ‘prick or pierce’): from OFr. brochier, based on L. brocchus, broccus ‘projecting’.
broach2
v.
Nautical (of a ship) veer and pitch forward, presenting a side to the wind and waves and losing steerage control.
Etymology
C18: of unknown origin.