margarita

noun

mar·​ga·​ri·​ta ˌmär-gə-ˈrē-tə 

: a cocktail consisting of tequila, lime or lemon juice, and an orange-flavored liqueur

Examples of margarita in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The easygoing hotel centers on the pool, where bands perform some evenings, and people gather around fire pits with margaritas and beers. — Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 23 June 2026

Sear steaks and fish, grill veggies, slow-roast a rotisserie chicken, and even serve up frozen margaritas in this beautiful outdoor space. — Sarah Scott, Southern Living, 28 June 2026

Blanco and añejo tequila are classic margarita liquor selections. — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 June 2026

The cantina side of the restaurant includes a sit-down bar and serves signature cocktails such as hibiscus margaritas and a watermelon paloma. — Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

from the Spanish feminine name Margarita

First Known Use

1956, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for margarita

• amanita
• cucurbita
• emerita
• incognita
• manzanita
• senorita
• amrita
• excreta
• lolita
• marita
• partita
• samhita

Geographical Definition

Margarita

geographical name

Mar·​ga·​ri·​ta ˌmär-gä-ˈrē-tä 

island of northern Venezuela in the Caribbean Sea, chief of the Nue*va Es*par*ta \ ˈnwā-​vä-​e-​ˈspär-​tä \ group ; chief town and port Porlamar area 414 square miles (1072 square kilometers)