martini

noun

mar·​ti·​ni mär-ˈtē-nē How to pronounce martini (audio)
: a cocktail made of gin and dry vermouth
also : vodka martini

Examples of martini in a Sentence

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For 76 years, The Smoke House has been the scene for studio execs to hash out deals over martinis, baby back ribs and that famous garlic cheese toast. Melinda Sheckells, HollywoodReporter, 13 Nov. 2025 Kona Grill On the north side of Brush Creek, Kona Grill will cook up seasonal dishes like pumpkin mocha martini and pumpkin lobster and mushroom ravioli. Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 13 Nov. 2025 Your resident espresso martini lover deserves a do-it-all machine that can make excellent shots of espresso and their morning coffee order, whether that's drip, cold brew, or a latte. Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 Nov. 2025 After all, her 2019 sophomore book Nothing Fancy, an unfussy food philosophy for newbie and pro hosts alike—more anchovies, lots of tangy citrus, a welcome tangent into a DIY martini bar—became the food bible for millennial dinner-party throwers. Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 11 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for martini

Word History

Etymology

probably alteration of Martinez (cocktail), from the name Martinez

First Known Use

1890, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of martini was in 1890

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“Martini.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/martini. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.

Kids Definition

martini

noun
mar·​ti·​ni mär-ˈtē-nē How to pronounce martini (audio)
: a cocktail consisting of gin and dry vermouth

Biographical Definition

Martini

biographical name

Mar·​ti·​ni mär-ˈtē-nē How to pronounce Martini (audio)
Simone circa 1284–1344 Italian painter

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