libation
noun
li·ba·tion
lī-ˈbā-shən 
1
a
: 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
2
a
: 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.
Examples of libation in a Sentence
They offered libations at the temple.
We met for a libation after work.
Recent Examples on the Web
Local vendors sell libations and food, and additional restaurants are within walking distance of the venue.
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Tiney Ricciardi, The Denver Post, 20 May 2024
Slow down, smell the roses and watch the sun dip behind the mountains while enjoying bar libations, food trucks, and acoustic tunes in the garden.
—Brittany Delay, The Mercury News, 17 May 2024
Two spacious glass shelves round out the design and provide plenty of space to arrange all your libation station necessities.
—Maria Conti, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2024
In antiquity, niches typically contained a statue of a deity such as Apollo, the son of Zeus and the god of agriculture, arts and healing, where travelers could offer libations and ask for protection from wild animals and warring tribes.
—Joshua Hammer, Smithsonian Magazine, 15 May 2024
The same high acidity that makes young Beaujolais an easy-drinking winter libation aids in its ageability; older wines with limited acidity fall flat on the palate, a complete contrast to the vivid liveliness of the older vintages tasted.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 12 May 2024
On the evening of June 8 at Wynn Event Pavilion and Lawn, guests can indulge in a world of flavors from barbecue to Mexican, from Japanese to Mediterranean, while sipping libations ranging from mezcal to wine.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 7 May 2024
Regardless, margaritas are a likely libation to be downed, with 19% of celebrators expected to have one.
—Mike Snider, USA TODAY, 3 May 2024
Pack it for the next trip or enjoy on vacation with a poolside libation.
—Julie Destefano, Robb Report, 16 Apr. 2024
Tiney Ricciardi, The Denver Post, 20 May 2024
Slow down, smell the roses and watch the sun dip behind the mountains while enjoying bar libations, food trucks, and acoustic tunes in the garden.
—Brittany Delay, The Mercury News, 17 May 2024
Two spacious glass shelves round out the design and provide plenty of space to arrange all your libation station necessities.
—Maria Conti, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2024
In antiquity, niches typically contained a statue of a deity such as Apollo, the son of Zeus and the god of agriculture, arts and healing, where travelers could offer libations and ask for protection from wild animals and warring tribes.
—Joshua Hammer, Smithsonian Magazine, 15 May 2024
The same high acidity that makes young Beaujolais an easy-drinking winter libation aids in its ageability; older wines with limited acidity fall flat on the palate, a complete contrast to the vivid liveliness of the older vintages tasted.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 12 May 2024
On the evening of June 8 at Wynn Event Pavilion and Lawn, guests can indulge in a world of flavors from barbecue to Mexican, from Japanese to Mediterranean, while sipping libations ranging from mezcal to wine.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 7 May 2024
Regardless, margaritas are a likely libation to be downed, with 19% of celebrators expected to have one.
—Mike Snider, USA TODAY, 3 May 2024
Pack it for the next trip or enjoy on vacation with a poolside libation.
—Julie Destefano, Robb Report, 16 Apr. 2024
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libation
noun
li·ba·tion
lī-ˈbā-shən
1
a
: the act of pouring a liquid in honor of a god
b
: a liquid (as wine) poured as a libation
2
: a drink poured or taken as if to honor a god
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