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Liquor

🇬🇧 UK //ˈlɪk.ər// 🇺🇸 US //ˈlɪk.ɚ//

Meaning of Liquor

Alcoholic beverages, especially those that are distilled and have a high alcohol content.

In simple words: Alcoholic drinks, especially strong ones.

Liquor in a sentence

• He ordered a shot of liquor to celebrate his promotion.
• The store has a great selection of liquor from around the world.
• Many people enjoy cocktails made with different types of liquor.
• In some countries, liquor sales are restricted on Sundays.
• They opened a new liquor store downtown last month.

How to use Liquor

Commonly used in social contexts. Avoid in formal settings unless discussing laws or regulations.

Grammar pattern

countable + noun

Memory hint

Think of 'liquid courage' to remember liquor makes you feel brave.

Related words

Collocations with Liquor

• hard liquor
• liquor store
• liquor license
• liquor cabinet
• liquor consumption

Synonyms for Liquor

• spirits
• alcohol
• distilled beverage
• brew
• fermented drink

Opposites of Liquor

• water
• nonalcoholic beverage
• sober

Common mistakes with Liquor

• Confused with 'liqueur'; 'liquor' refers to strong alcohol, while 'liqueur' is sweet and flavored.
• Using plural form incorrectly; 'liquors' is rarely used.
• Mispronouncing the first syllable; it should sound like 'liquor', not 'licker'.

Frequently asked questions about Liquor

What does Liquor mean?

Alcoholic drinks, especially strong ones.

What is the definition of Liquor?

Alcoholic beverages, especially those that are distilled and have a high alcohol content.

How do you use Liquor in a sentence?

He ordered a shot of liquor to celebrate his promotion.

Can you give another example of Liquor?

The store has a great selection of liquor from around the world.

What are synonyms for Liquor?

Common alternatives include spirits, alcohol, distilled beverage, brew, fermented drink.

What is the opposite of Liquor?

Opposite meanings include water, nonalcoholic beverage, sober.

What words go with Liquor?

It commonly pairs with hard liquor, liquor store, liquor license, liquor cabinet, liquor consumption.

What are common mistakes when using Liquor?

Confused with 'liqueur'; 'liquor' refers to strong alcohol, while 'liqueur' is sweet and flavored. Using plural form incorrectly; 'liquors' is rarely used. Mispronouncing the first syllable; it should sound like 'liquor', not 'licker'.

How do you pronounce Liquor?

US: //ˈlɪk.ɚ//, UK: //ˈlɪk.ər//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Liquor?

Commonly used in social contexts. Avoid in formal settings unless discussing laws or regulations.