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liquor

[ˈlɪkər]

liquor Definition

  • 1an alcoholic drink, especially distilled spirits
  • 2a liquid substance that is used in cooking to add flavor or as a solvent

Using liquor: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "liquor" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He drank too much liquor and got drunk.

  • Example

    The recipe calls for a splash of liquor to enhance the flavor.

  • Example

    The store sells a variety of liquors from around the world.

liquor Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with liquor

  • liquor up

    to drink alcohol, especially heavily

    Example

    They decided to liquor up before the party started.

  • a piece of furniture designed to store bottles of liquor

    Example

    He keeps his collection of rare liquors in the liquor cabinet.

  • a permit that allows a business to sell alcoholic beverages

    Example

    The restaurant applied for a liquor license to expand their menu offerings.

Origins of liquor

from Old French 'liquer', meaning 'to dissolve'

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Summary: liquor in Brief

The term 'liquor' [ˈlɪkər] refers to an alcoholic drink, particularly distilled spirits, or a liquid used in cooking. It can be found in phrases like 'liquor up,' meaning to drink heavily, and 'liquor cabinet,' a piece of furniture to store bottles of liquor. A 'liquor license' is a permit to sell alcoholic beverages.

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