martini

noun

mar·​ti·​ni mär-ˈtē-nē 

: a cocktail made of gin and dry vermouth

also : vodka martini

Examples of martini in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The drink menu included a spiced Old Fashioned in honor of Erb, a ginger pear Moscow Mule for Heringer and an espresso martini dedicated to dog Maki. 10 of 14 Garden Gathering The newlyweds and their guests then enjoyed a plated dinner with authentic Italian fare catered by Prossimo Ristorante. —Erin Clack, People.com, 10 Oct. 2024

The martini program was foundational at the organic modern space, where a concrete and wood detailed bar leads through the dining room to an open kitchen with live-fire cooking. —Louisa Kung Liu Chu, Chicago Tribune, 7 Oct. 2024

These classy martini glasses are such a stunning addition to your glassware collection. —Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 5 Oct. 2024

Dig in: The coconut cold brew martini is on draft at Fairplay in North Park. —Kate Murphy, Axios, 4 Oct. 2024

Word History

Etymology

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

First Known Use

1890, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing martini

• vodka martini

Kids Definition

martini

noun

mar·​ti·​ni mär-ˈtē-nē 

: a cocktail consisting of gin and dry vermouth

Biographical Definition

Martini

biographical name

Mar·​ti·​ni mär-ˈtē-nē 

Simone circa 1284–1344 Italian painter