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curaçao
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\ˈkyu̇r-ə-ˌsō, -ˌsau̇, ˈku̇r-; ˌk(y)u̇r-ə-ˈsō, -ˈsau̇ or ˌkyu̇r-ə-ˈsō-ə\Definition of curaçao
: a liqueur flavored with the dried peel of the sour orange
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Recent Examples of curaçao from the Web
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Look for the Volcano Blossom, a brew created by Orange Blossom Brewing Co., or the Blue Hawaiian (Malibu, pineapple juice and blue curacao).
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Large ice cubes Mint sprigs, for garnish Directions Combine the pineapple juice, lime juice, Chartreuse and the curacao (to taste), if using, in a large pitcher, stirring to blend well.
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Origin and Etymology of curaçao
Dutch curaçao, from Curaçao, Netherlands Antilles
Curaçao
playDefinition of Curaçao
internally self-governing Dutch island in the southern Caribbean; chief town Willemstad area 182 square miles (471 square kilometers), population 150,563 ◆Curaçao was formerly part of Netherlands Antilles.
CURAÇAO Defined for English Language Learners
Curaçao
playDefinition of Curaçao for English Language Learners
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: Dutch island in the Caribbean Sea
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