margarita

noun

mar·​ga·​ri·​ta ˌmär-gə-ˈrē-tə How to pronounce margarita (audio)
: a cocktail consisting of tequila, lime or lemon juice, and an orange-flavored liqueur

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Within the influx of these brands was a large percentage of mezcal, a category which, thanks to smoky mezcal margaritas and other smoldering cocktails driving sales velocity, has seen the market share and consumer interest soar to previously unseen levels. Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024 There’s no better place to enjoy a margarita than on the terrace of this historic building, where fans whiz above. Mary Holland, AFAR Media, 19 Dec. 2024 The family-friendly event also features lucha libre, ballet folklorico, mariachi serenades, a free Kids Zone, giveaways, traditional Mexican food, margaritas and more. Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 13 Dec. 2024 Boathouse Cantina: Another of Stroud's recommendations, the Boathouse Cantina, is backed by thousands of reviewers who adore the Baja-style eatery for its riverfront location, views, and stellar margaritas. Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 2 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for margarita 

Word History

Etymology

from the Spanish feminine name Margarita

First Known Use

1956, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of margarita was in 1956

Dictionary Entries Near margarita

margarine

margarita

Margarita

Cite this Entry

“Margarita.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/margarita. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

Geographical Definition

Margarita

geographical name

Mar·​ga·​ri·​ta ˌmär-gä-ˈrē-tä How to pronounce Margarita (audio)
island of northern Venezuela in the Caribbean Sea, chief of the Nue*va Es*par*ta \ ˈnwā-​vä-​e-​ˈspär-​tä How to pronounce Margarita (audio) \ group ; chief town and port Porlamar area 414 square miles (1072 square kilometers)

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