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bitters

noun plural

bit·​ters ˈbit-ərz How to pronounce bitters (audio)
: a usually alcoholic solution of bitter and often aromatic plant products used especially in preparing mixed drinks or as a mild tonic

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“Bitters.” Merriam-Webster.com Medical Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/medical/bitters. Accessed 5 Dec. 2025.

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