bartender

noun

bar·​tend·​er ˈbär-ˌten-dər How to pronounce bartender (audio)
Synonyms of bartendernext
: a person who serves drinks at a bar
bartend intransitive verb

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The same jaded bartender who rolls his eyes at your request for a copper Moscow mule mug will not only accept but insist on a traditional pewter cup for your mint julep. Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 28 Apr. 2026 Yes, mint juleps are lovely, but this big-batch sweet tea is easy to make, and guests can pour their own, which gets you out of bartender duty! Josh Miller, Southern Living, 26 Apr. 2026 Ryan remembers playing dive bars and having to ask bartenders to turn off the beer fridge because the hum was louder than their whole show. Selena Fragassi, SPIN, 24 Apr. 2026 This year marks the first appearance of aperitivo bar ViceVersa, from owner and bartender Valentino Longo, who collaborated with Will Thompson and Carey Hynes of Sunny’s to open the bar in 2024. Connie Ogle april 23, Miami Herald, 23 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bartender

Word History

First Known Use

1825, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of bartender was in 1825

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“Bartender.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bartender. Accessed 1 May. 2026.

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bartender

noun
bar·​tend·​er ˈbär-ˌten-dər How to pronounce bartender (audio)
: a person who serves alcoholic drinks at a bar
bartend verb

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