beverage

noun

bev·​er·​age ˈbev-rij 

ˈbe-və-

: a drinkable liquid

Synonyms of beverage

• 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

Concert-goers can bring blankets for lawn seating; rental chairs are available on site, and food and beverages are available for purchase. —Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 29 Mar. 2026

The Breville Barista Express Espresso Machine is the ultimate machine for making tasty hot beverages right at home. —Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 29 Mar. 2026

Ticket holders who travel to matches using public transportation (Tri-Rail, Metrorail, Metrobus, Trolley, or Broward County Transit) will receive a $10 food and beverage credit upon arrival at Nu Stadium. —Miami Herald, 28 Mar. 2026

This includes any food with wheat, barley, rye, oats, or spelt, meaning people steer clear of bread, cake, cereal, pasta, and most alcoholic beverages. —Bailey Allen, Cape Cod Times, 28 Mar. 2026

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