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.

Examples of speakeasy in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The property also has several additional structures, including a guesthouse and gym with a sauna, a gallery-style game room and speakeasy, and a garaging complex. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 10 Aug. 2026

Behind an unmarked door on Fort Mill’s Main Street, Cody King has opened Charterhouse Cigar & Barrel, an upscale bourbon lounge inspired by Prohibition-era speakeasies and Kentucky bourbon culture, a visit to the two-storefront spot found. — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 10 Aug. 2026

For the perfect ending, grab a cocktail at Station, or give the ultra-secret code (check their Instagram Stories to find it) to get into The Pharmacy, an upscale speakeasy. — Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 8 Aug. 2026

Table service is de rigueur at Red Frog, a subterranean speakeasy just off Avenida Liberdade. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1829, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for speakeasy

• marchese
• uneasy
• breezy
• cheesy
• easy
• queasy
• sleazy
• wheezy

Kids Definition

speakeasy

noun

speak·​easy ˈspē-ˌkē-zē 

plural speakeasies

: a place where alcoholic drinks are illegally sold