libation

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li·ba·tion | \ lī-ˈbā-shən

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 anniversary

b : 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.

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