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libation

[ lahy-bey-shuhn ]

noun

  1. a pouring out of wine or other liquid in honor of a deity.
  2. the liquid poured out.
  3. Often Facetious.
    1. an intoxicating beverage, as wine, especially when drunk in ceremonial or celebrative situations.
    2. an act or instance of drinking such a beverage.


libation

/ ɪˈɪʃə /

noun

    1. the pouring out of wine, etc, in honour of a deity
    2. the liquid so poured out
  1. facetious.
    an alcoholic drink
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Derived Forms

  • ˈپDzԲ, adjective
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Other 51Թ Forms

  • ·tDz· ·tDz·y adjective
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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of libation1

1350–1400; Middle English libacio ( u ) n < Latin īپō- (stem of īپō ) a drink offering, equivalent to ī ( us ) (past participle of ī to pour; cognate with Greek í𾱲 ) + -ō- -ion
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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of libation1

C14: from Latin īپō, from ī to pour an offering of drink
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Each of these actors brings a special energetic libation to the party, as does Al Franken, who no longer works in Congress but is content to pretend he does on TV.

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Margaritas, sangria and other libations are also available at the bar.

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We believe that a thoughtful libation sets the tone for the meal and it’s a Southern tradition to welcome guests with a cocktail.

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A few soft drinks are the only libation.

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“This year, the Arizona Bowl is bringing sports, libations, and entertainment into a singular bowl game, and we are changing the definition of what a brand partnership is in the NCAA.”

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