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liquor

/ˈlɪk.ə(ɹ)/

Meanings
  • noun

    An alcoholic beverage made from fermented grapes, rice, wheat, corn, or other sources.

    - "He enjoyed a glass of red liquor with his dinner."
    - "The partygoers toasted with champagne, a type of liquor."

Pronunciation
  1. /ˈlɪk.ə(ɹ)/



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Synonyms

bouillon , broth , pot liquor , stock , spirits
Rhymes
Words rhyming with liquor
quor , borrow , sorrow , tomorrow , flow
Variants
List of all variants of liquor that leads to same result
liquor , liquors , liquored , liquoring , malt liquor , malt liquors , pot liquor , pot liquors , hold her liquor , hold his liquor , hold one's liquor , hold their liquor
Etymology
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The word 'liquor' comes from the Latin word 'liquor', meaning 'a liquid' or 'juice'.


Trivia
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  1. The world's most expensive liquor is Rajasthan Royal Blue Label, which costs over $250,000 per bottle.

  2. The first recorded use of the word 'liquor' in English was in the 14th century.

  3. In some parts of the world, it is customary to drink a shot of liquor to symbolize a toast or proposal.


Related Concepts
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  1. Alcoholic beverages: Liquor is a type of alcoholic beverage, which also includes beer, wine, and spirits.

  2. Distillation: The process of producing liquor involves distillation, which separates the alcohol from the other components of the fermented liquid.


Culture
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Liquor has played significant cultural roles in various societies throughout history. In Western cultures, it has been associated with celebration, relaxation, and social gatherings. In Eastern cultures, it has been used for medicinal purposes and as an offering to the gods. Liquor has also been a subject of literature, art, and music, with many famous works depicting its use and effects.

How to Memorize "liquor"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a clear, golden liquid being poured into a glass.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'liquor' with the feeling of relaxation and enjoyment.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Liquid Leaves Quench Thirst' to remember that 'liquor' is a type of liquid.


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