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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Consumers are increasingly seeking more than just a beverage from their coffee shop experience. Sergey Baburov, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025 Cinnamon tea is a naturally sweet and spicy beverage made by infusing hot water with cinnamon bark. Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 28 Mar. 2025 Fluoride is a mineral that naturally occurs in water sources such as lakes and rivers, and is even naturally present in some foods and beverages, according to the American Dental Association (ADA). Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 28 Mar. 2025 The on-premise college student fridge might include breakfast beverages and energy drinks, while the high school cooler has no coffee or energy drinks and lower sugar, Fullenwider explained. Catherine Muccigrosso, Charlotte Observer, 27 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for beverage

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 3 Apr. 2025.

Kids Definition

beverage

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

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