beverage

noun

bev·​er·​age ˈbev-rij How to pronounce beverage (audio)
ˈbe-və-
Synonyms of beveragenext
: a drinkable liquid

Synonyms of beverage

Examples of beverage in a Sentence

Beverages are listed on the back of the menu. would anyone like a beverage with their snack?
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Rissetto encourages her patients to cut back on alcoholic beverages. Jay Stahl, USA Today, 27 June 2026 Anthony Clanton, the food and beverage director at Lindens, said in an email that this pairing was simply a no-brainer. Carissa Chesanek, Forbes.com, 26 June 2026 This three-piece bistro set includes two comfortable gliders and a convenient side table that holds your snacks and beverages. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 June 2026 The sale of alcoholic beverages to take home - but not in bars and restaurants - is also prohibited during the ban. Duarte Dias, CBS News, 26 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for beverage

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French, from beivre to drink, from Latin bibere — more at potable

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of beverage was in the 15th century

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“Beverage.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/beverage. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.

Kids Definition

beverage

noun
bev·​er·​age ˈbev-(ə-)rij How to pronounce beverage (audio)
: a liquid for drinking

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