beverage

noun

bev·​er·​age ˈbev-rij 

ˈbe-və-

: a drinkable liquid

Synonyms

• drink

Examples of beverage in a Sentence

Beverages are listed on the back of the menu.

would anyone like a beverage with their snack?

Recent Examples on the Web

The Cherry Berry & Sprite beverage is bustling with tangy and fruity flavor, but the carbonation and tartness from medley of berries may elicit an initial sour reaction. —Logan Holland, People.com, 7 Aug. 2025

Located on the easternmost side of the campus, The Commons food and beverage plaza is expanded with 13 restaurant storefronts and outfitted with 1,400 seats on a turf island and extra shading. —Sydney Franklin, The Enquirer, 7 Aug. 2025

Vault cocktail bar and River Center Market, 111 E. Kilbourn Ave., will temporarily close as the Marcus Corporation takes over food and beverage operations for the Associated Bank River Center building. —Jordyn Noennig, jsonline.com, 7 Aug. 2025

Use a high-powered blender and blend for at least 30 seconds to get the frozen beverage to the perfect smooth consistency. —Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Aug. 2025

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

Rhymes for beverage

• leverage

Kids Definition

beverage

noun

bev·​er·​age ˈbev-(ə-)rij 

: a liquid for drinking