liqueur

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li·queur | \ li-ˈkər

, -ˈku̇r, -ˈkyu̇r

Definition of liqueur

: a usually sweetened alcoholic liquor (such as brandy) flavored with fruit, spices, nuts, herbs, or seeds

Examples of liqueur in a Sentence

a bottle of orange liqueur

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