Where did the word brisket come from?

The Word "brisket" originates from the Old French term "brusquet," which means "the breast of an animal." This term was derived from the Latin Word "briscum," referring to the same part of the body. Over time, it evolved in English to specifically denote the cut of meat from the breast or lower chest of beef or veal. The use of "brisket" has become particularly prominent in various culinary traditions, especially in barbecue and Jewish cuisine.