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: a large mug (as of earthenware) used especially for beer
also
: the quantity of beer that a stein holds
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So grab a stein, crack open a cold one, and enjoy a little taste of Oktoberfest, anytime.
—Emily Price, Forbes, 26 Sep. 2024
The key for the cable lock on the gun case was in a beer stein.
—Gina Kaufman, Detroit Free Press, 3 Feb. 2024
To really embrace the Oktoberfest spirit, put down the stein and take off a shoe—it’s considered a fun tradition to drink out of your docksiders.
—Rebecca Deurlein, Forbes, 17 Sep. 2024
Oktoberfest Stein-Holding Competition with the Wauwatosa Historical Society: The man and woman who hold a full stein the longest will be the champion.
—Alex Groth, Journal Sentinel, 7 Sep. 2024
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Word History
Etymology
probably from German Steingut stoneware, from Stein stone + Gut goods
First Known Use
1855, in the meaning defined above
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Cite this Entry
“Stein.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stein. Accessed 30 Sep. 2024.
Kids Definition
stein
noun
: a pottery mug for beer
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