grogshop

noun

ˈgräg-ˌshäp How to pronounce grogshop (audio)
Definition of grogshopnext
chiefly British
as in tavern
a place of business where alcoholic beverages are sold to be consumed on the premises last saw them heading down to the local grogshop for a pint of beer

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  1. tavern
  2. pub
  3. saloon
  4. bar
  5. nightclub
  6. watering hole
Noun
  • The old tavern sign, which used to feature a portrait of King George III, now sports the image of another George—George Washington.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 11 Sep. 2026
  • Wine has been part of Vienna for centuries, and its tavern culture has deep roots of its own.
    — Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of tavern
Noun
  • But facts are the same at an Ivy League school, a public university or the local pub.
    — Kenneth Michael White, The Conversation, 10 Sep. 2026
  • From pubs to hotels to taxi drivers and hot-dog sellers, Manchester’s hospitality sector will benefit after the drought of games last year, too.
    — Andy Mitten, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of pub
Noun
  • That at least has some continuity with the old days, because Third Avenue’s saloons at mid-century were where the sots washed up, like Ray Milland in The Lost Weekend.
    — Christopher Bonanos, Curbed, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Kimberly Schlarman, local history supervisor for the Glenview Public Library and a member of the Glenview History Center Board of Directors, said the Glen View House was a saloon by the 1890s, with lodgings on the second floor.
    — Jennifer Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of saloon
Noun
  • The ban covers imports of all goods from the settlements and bars companies from providing services for the settlements, including financing, construction, infrastructure, real estate and advertising.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 9 Sep. 2026
  • Elsewhere, dining ranges from casual beachside fare and an award-winning bar serving signature cocktails to the Agave Study, where guests can explore the spirit’s provenance, production, and distinct character.
    — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of bar
Noun
  • His friends pushed him to be bold and climb onto the platforms at Badlands nightclub typically reserved for professional go-go dancers.
    — Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 4 Sep. 2026
  • The lobby featured a multi-story atrium and a nightclub with dancers, a show and dinner.
    — Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of nightclub
Noun
  • The party atmosphere only picked up as night fell, with fans of both LSU and Clemson going at each other around the local watering holes and local restaurants.
    — Trey Wallace OutKick, FOXNews.com, 5 Sep. 2026
  • This longtime watering hole has rotating beer selections, a full food menu, and a consistent live music schedule.
    — Caroline Eubanks, Travel + Leisure, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of watering hole
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“Grogshop.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grogshop. Accessed 11 Sep. 2026.

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