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Definition of libation
1a : an act of pouring a liquid as a sacrifice (as to a deity) They offered a libation at the temple.b : a liquid (such as wine) used in a libation
2a : an act or instance of drinking often ceremoniously a libation to celebrate their anniversaryb : beverage; especially : a drink containing alcohol His favorite libation is scotch on the rocks.
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Examples of libation in a Sentence
They offered libations at the temple.
We met for a libation after work.
Recent Examples of libation from the Web
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Libations such as beer and wine will be added soon.
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Wings cry out for libation, and fresh-fruit daiquiris can slake a thirst enhanced by jerk sauce.
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Guzzling libations during the fight is very much encouraged.
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A full cash bar and $7 libations will be available.
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As noted, steaks top the menu here, from a 6-ounce petite filet mignon to a 28-ounce porterhouse, while the lively bar offers creative libations.
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And libations must be up to par in this market with our phenomenal beer scene and knowledgeable wine folks.
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Tuesday, June 27, 5-7 p.m. Kentucky Center, front steps, 501 W. Main St. Libations and food trucks.
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Serving up the libations was bar director for Eleven Madison Park and The Nomad, Leo Robitschek.
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Origin and Etymology of libation
Middle English libacioun, from Latin libation-, libatio, from libare to pour as an offering; akin to Greek leibein to pour
LIBATION Defined for English Language Learners
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: a liquid that is poured out to honor a god
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: an alcoholic drink
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