distillery

noun

dis·​till·​ery di-ˈsti-lə-rē How to pronounce distillery (audio)
-ˈstil-rē
plural distilleries
: the works where distilling (as of alcoholic liquors) is done

Examples of distillery in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Each batch of Booker’s Bourbon is given a name that references a different story or marker in the life and legacy of Booker Noe, the late Jim Beam master distiller (the distillery is now known as the James B. Beam Distilling Co.). Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 23 Apr. 2024 Breweries, distilleries, and wine-tasting rooms can be found on the OBX Beer, Wine, & Spirits Trail. Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 18 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for distillery 

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Word History

First Known Use

1758, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of distillery was in 1758

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“Distillery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/distillery. Accessed 4 May. 2024.

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distillery

noun
dis·​till·​ery dis-ˈtil-(ə-)rē How to pronounce distillery (audio)
plural distilleries
: a place where distilling especially of alcoholic liquors is done

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