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
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Branded Content Contributor, Orange County Register, 11 Apr. 2024
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—Chris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Jan. 2024
If libations are more your speed, Charlottesville is packed with wineries, cideries, and breweries to satisfy your thirst.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2024
The Blood Orange Garibaldi ($15) leads the lineup of brunch libations along with the Nutty Italian ($15), a bourbon, Frangelico and coffee concoction.
—Kate Bradshaw, The Mercury News, 20 Feb. 2024
Until then, toast to local libations with a glass of these award-winning whiskeys.
—Tiney Ricciardi, The Denver Post, 15 Feb. 2024
Shamrock Sour At 1791 Whiskey Bar at The George Hotel, an Irish-Whiskey libation with citrus notes and a minty finish.
—Aly Walansky, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2024
This place is known for its potent mai tais on draft, but there's a range of tropical libations to pick from.
—Jen Murphy, Travel + Leisure, 13 Feb. 2024
Refuel with dinner and libations at Shine, which boasts Shine Slushies among its adult beverage options.
—Melissa Oyler, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
Branded Content Contributor, Orange County Register, 11 Apr. 2024
Light bites and Ketel One libations inspired by the MACRO and eOnefilm.
Using Art to Process Trauma
Canon Creative Studio, Park City Museum, 528 Main St., 2 p.m.
—Chris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Jan. 2024
If libations are more your speed, Charlottesville is packed with wineries, cideries, and breweries to satisfy your thirst.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2024
The Blood Orange Garibaldi ($15) leads the lineup of brunch libations along with the Nutty Italian ($15), a bourbon, Frangelico and coffee concoction.
—Kate Bradshaw, The Mercury News, 20 Feb. 2024
Until then, toast to local libations with a glass of these award-winning whiskeys.
—Tiney Ricciardi, The Denver Post, 15 Feb. 2024
Shamrock Sour At 1791 Whiskey Bar at The George Hotel, an Irish-Whiskey libation with citrus notes and a minty finish.
—Aly Walansky, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2024
This place is known for its potent mai tais on draft, but there's a range of tropical libations to pick from.
—Jen Murphy, Travel + Leisure, 13 Feb. 2024
Refuel with dinner and libations at Shine, which boasts Shine Slushies among its adult beverage options.
—Melissa Oyler, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 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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