beverage

noun

bev·​er·​age ˈbev-rij How to pronounce beverage (audio)
ˈbe-və-
: a drinkable liquid

Examples of beverage in a Sentence

Beverages are listed on the back of the menu. would anyone like a beverage with their snack?
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Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French, from beivre to drink, from Latin bibere — more at potable

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of beverage was in the 15th century

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“Beverage.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/beverage. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.

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beverage

noun
bev·​er·​age ˈbev-(ə-)rij How to pronounce beverage (audio)
: a liquid for drinking

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