Bloody Mary

noun

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

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See How Fans Are Saying Their Final Farewells The original poster waded through commenters' questions and explained that the bill was for two children and three adults and that one person ordered a Bloody Mary. Sabrina Weiss, People.com, 18 June 2025 Sit at the bar and watch the latest horse races over a Bloody Mary, or enjoy the retro vibes in the dining room. Christina Tkacik, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 June 2025 Big Pickle Gin is perfect for dirty martinis or a Bloody Mary. Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025 Pub Hikes, Bloody Mary Bingo, and mixology classes, plus s’mores around the campfire and themed dinners are just the beginning of the weekend’s endless dining options. Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 17 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 Jun. 2025.

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