Bloody Mary

noun

plural Bloody Marys
: a cocktail consisting essentially of vodka and usually spiced tomato juice

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For many American diners, brunch is part celebration, part indulgence—bottomless mimosas, Bloody Mary bars, stylish small plates, and rooftop views. Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025 Hurricane Grill & Wings Free Bloody Mary with any entrée purchase of over $14.99 on May 11. Kate Nalepinski, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 May 2025 The downtown Bloody Mary brunch crowd is still searching for a new spiritual home. New York Times, 7 May 2025 The Bloody Mary singer has never publicly expressed interest in satanism, and has been vocal about her belief in Christianity. Samira Asma-Sadeque, People.com, 6 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for Bloody Mary

Word History

Etymology

probably from Bloody Mary, appellation of Mary I of England

First Known Use

1939, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Bloody Mary was in 1939

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“Bloody Mary.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Bloody%20Mary. Accessed 28 May. 2025.

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