martini

noun

mar·​ti·​ni mär-ˈtē-nē How to pronounce martini (audio)
: a cocktail made of gin and dry vermouth
also : vodka martini

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Also known as a reverse martini, this version of a martini takes the traditional ratio of gin to dry vermouth and flips it. Elizabeth Nelson, Southern Living, 2 Dec. 2024 But the effect can also look subtle, like an elegant sheen when mixed into a crystal clear martini. Karen Yuan, Bon Appétit, 2 Dec. 2024 The best tools to handle a bloated face can eliminate some physical traces of allergies, sleepless nights, or a dirty martini (or two) with a side of truffle fries. Jenny Berg, Allure, 26 Nov. 2024 The model wore a baby blue manicure, complete with tiny martini olives—a playful nod to the evening’s theme. Jenzia Burgos, StyleCaster, 24 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for martini 

Word History

Etymology

probably alteration of Martinez (cocktail), from the name Martinez

First Known Use

1890, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of martini was in 1890

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Cite this Entry

“Martini.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/martini. Accessed 16 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

martini

noun
mar·​ti·​ni mär-ˈtē-nē How to pronounce martini (audio)
: a cocktail consisting of gin and dry vermouth

Biographical Definition

Martini

biographical name

Mar·​ti·​ni mär-ˈtē-nē How to pronounce Martini (audio)
Simone circa 1284–1344 Italian painter

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