drinkables

noun

plural of drinkable
as in beverages
a liquid suitable for drinking the thoughtful hostess offered her guests an assortment of alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinkables

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Recent Examples of drinkables Salads, sammies and charcuterie plates can be enjoyed on the outdoor patio with its boundless views of the Capay Valley, and the retail side of the operation sells all manner of olive oil and other drinkables/comestibles. — David Weiss, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for drinkables
  1. beverages
  2. drinks
Noun
  • Central colleague cafes provide complimentary premium coffee and beverages, while gaming lounges with puzzles and tabletop games offer opportunities for hands-on breaks from screens.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 4 Sep. 2026
  • To go with the meal, there will be a selection of wines, beers and non-alcoholic beverages, mostly sourced from the Sacramento region.
    — Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of beverages
Noun
  • Princess Plus® includes Wi-Fi and drinks, and also covers crew appreciation—which means the crew taking care of you is taken care of, too.
    — Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Sep. 2026
  • Vendors were also stationed throughout the area, serving snacks, drinks and other festival-style treats to fans making their way toward the stadium.
    — Gabby Sartori, USA Today, 7 Sep. 2026
Definition of drinks

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“Drinkables.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drinkables. Accessed 10 Sep. 2026.

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