watering place

watering place

noun

Definition of WATERING PLACE

1

: a place where water may be obtained; especially : one where animals and especially livestock come to drink

2

: a health or recreational resort featuring mineral springs or bathing

3

: a place (as a nightclub, bar, or lounge) where drink is available

Examples of WATERING PLACE

1. <die-hard fans gathered at the local watering place to watch the Super Bowl>

First Known Use of WATERING PLACE

15th century

Related to WATERING PLACE

Synonyms: bar, café (also cafe), cantina [Southwest], dramshop, gin mill, grogshop [chiefly British], pub, public house [chiefly British], saloon, taproom, tavern, watering hole, barroom

Related Words: alehouse, barrelhouse, bistro, bottle club, brewpub, cabaret, dive, joint, nightclub, roadhouse, speakeasy, sports bar, wineshop; package store

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