English · Food & Drink
cocktail
/ˈkɒk.teɪl/
[/ˈkɒk.teɪl/]
mixed alcoholic drink
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A cocktail is a drink made by mixing alcohol with juices or other flavorings.
Example
The bartender shook a colorful cocktail of rum, lime, and mint over crushed ice.
The bartender shook a colorful cocktail of rum, lime, and mint over crushed ice.
Etymology
Of uncertain origin, first recorded in early 19th-century America.
How & Where It’s Used
A mixed drink, often served at bars and parties; also a varied mixture.