growler

noun

growl·​er ˈgrau̇-lər How to pronounce growler (audio)
1
: one that growls
2
: a container (such as a can or pitcher) for beer bought by the measure
3
: a small iceberg

Examples of growler in a Sentence

we can't figure out why our very happy and optimistic friend is dating that chronic growler
Recent Examples on the Web From beer-brewing growlers to the maraschino cherries every fancy bar uses, there’s truly something for everyone (including your hard-to-shop-for husband) in our edit. Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 20 Sep. 2024 Beer lovers will want to book an overnight stay at Dogfish Inn, where every room includes a growler, to fill for free at the brewery in Milton or brewpub in Rehoboth Beach. Tim Ebner, Washington Post, 10 July 2024 In line with both the business and owner's names, the walls of the bar will be decorated with beer growlers from Growel's personal collection. Bridget Fogarty, Journal Sentinel, 8 Mar. 2024 Women could purchase growlers of beer at the pub to take home because they were expected to be taking care of the children. Allison Robicelli, Washington Post, 16 Jan. 2024 See all Example Sentences for growler 

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Word History

First Known Use

1753, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of growler was in 1753

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“Growler.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/growler. Accessed 6 Oct. 2024.

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