eggnog

noun

egg·​nog ˈeg-ˌnäg 

ˈāg-

: a drink consisting of eggs beaten with sugar, milk or cream, and often alcoholic liquor

Examples of eggnog in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Our slow-cooker twist on classic eggnog can be kept on the warm setting for one hour. —Midwest Living, 5 Jan. 2026

Make Healthy Ingredient Swaps Standard eggnog is made with whole milk, whole eggs (including the yolks), heavy cream, white sugar, vanilla, nutmeg, and optional alcohol (typically rum, brandy, or bourbon). —Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 30 Dec. 2025

While you might be done with eggnog for the year, this ultra-rich bundt made with the flavors of the holiday drink is a fun new way to enjoy the seasonal treat. —Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 29 Dec. 2025

Have a wonderful holiday, and don't drink too much eggnog. —David Wysong, Cincinnati Enquirer, 24 Dec. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1775, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for eggnog

• agog
• backlog
• bulldog
• bullfrog
• eclogue
• groundhog
• hedgehog
• leapfrog
• prolog
• sheepdog
• watchdog
• analog

Kids Definition

eggnog

noun

egg·​nog -ˌnäg 

: a drink made of eggs beaten with sugar, milk or cream, and often alcoholic liquor