speakeasy
noun
speak·easy
ˈspēk-ˌē-zē 
plural speakeasies
: a place where alcoholic beverages are illegally sold
specifically
: such a place during the period of prohibition in the U.S.
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Its tiny window opens and closes shut like an operable window in a speakeasy.
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Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 21 Apr. 2025
Pre-game the big dinner by enjoying a signature French 125 (a French 75 with Cognac) in the restaurant’s chic and secluded speakeasy lounge.
—Annie Archer, Travel + Leisure, 19 Apr. 2025
The speakeasy is best known for its diverse spirit selection, classic and house craft cocktails, and its small but mighty kitchen.
—Samantha Husted, Charlotte Observer, 4 Apr. 2025
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Make your speakeasy party come to life with prohibition era garb.
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Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 21 Apr. 2025
Pre-game the big dinner by enjoying a signature French 125 (a French 75 with Cognac) in the restaurant’s chic and secluded speakeasy lounge.
—Annie Archer, Travel + Leisure, 19 Apr. 2025
The speakeasy is best known for its diverse spirit selection, classic and house craft cocktails, and its small but mighty kitchen.
—Samantha Husted, Charlotte Observer, 4 Apr. 2025
Flapper Accessories, 1920s Gatsby Accessories for Women $15 Buy Now On Amazon
Make your speakeasy party come to life with prohibition era garb.
—Maggie Griswold, StyleCaster, 1 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for speakeasy
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“Speakeasy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/speakeasy. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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speakeasy
noun
speak·easy
ˈspē-ˌkē-zē
plural speakeasies
: a place where alcoholic drinks are illegally sold
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