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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These vouchers can be used toward purchases of food and beverages at the venues. Sarah Whitten, CNBC, 13 Dec. 2025 Food and beverage will also be part of the premium hospitality spaces located in the west stand at Etihad Park, each with its own dedicated kitchen. Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 12 Dec. 2025 The wide, shallow bowls of Ferm Living’s champagne saucers allow your beverage to diffuse the aromatics and flavor notes generously around your palate. Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 12 Dec. 2025 Although the study participants consumed a cocoa beverage, this is not necessarily the best option for heart health benefits. Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 11 Dec. 2025 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 17 Dec. 2025.

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beverage

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

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