beverage

noun

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

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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In addition to the Cherry Berry beverages, Chick-fil-A also announced its Pretzel Cheddar Club Sandwich is launching nationwide due to customer demand after a successful test in Raleigh, North Carolina last spring. Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 19 Aug. 2025 The event also includes a Children’s Artwalk filled with art projects, family fun, live music, food, beverages and entertainment, according to a news release. Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Aug. 2025 Consumption of alcoholic beverages on a public street. Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Aug. 2025 Cherry Berry beverages first came on the scene at Chick-fil-A restaurants about a year ago. Aly Walansky, Southern Living, 16 Aug. 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 22 Aug. 2025.

Kids Definition

beverage

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

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