margarita

noun

mar·​ga·​ri·​ta ˌmär-gə-ˈrē-tə 

: a cocktail consisting of tequila, lime or lemon juice, and an orange-flavored liqueur

Examples of margarita in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Compete in a pierogi toss and try variations on the Eastern European dumplings including potato and cheese or sauerkraut and mushroom along with the celebration’s signature pierogi margaritas. — Samantha Nelson, Chicago Tribune, 3 Aug. 2026

The duo sauntered on the screen with margaritas (made with Astral Tequila) in hand. — Angelique Jackson, Variety, 2 Aug. 2026

The duo arrived on stage with margaritas in hand, prompting Kidman to call for a toast. — Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Aug. 2026

General manager Quinn Farragher runs the bar program, offering a blend of classics and their own twists, such as a hot honey margarita made with local Becker honey. — Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 31 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

from the Spanish feminine name Margarita

First Known Use

1956, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for margarita

• amanita
• cucurbita
• emerita
• incognita
• manzanita
• senorita
• amrita
• excreta
• lolita
• marita
• partita
• samhita

Geographical Definition

Margarita

geographical name

Mar·​ga·​ri·​ta ˌmär-gä-ˈrē-tä 

island of northern Venezuela in the Caribbean Sea, chief of the Nue*va Es*par*ta \ ˈnwā-​vä-​e-​ˈspär-​tä \ group ; chief town and port Porlamar area 414 square miles (1072 square kilometers)