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cock·tail1

cocktail1

 
pronunciation:
kak teIl
parts of speech:
noun, adjective
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: an alcoholic beverage mixed from one or more liquors along with juice, soda, or the like, often served cold.
Learning how to mix cocktails properly is part of the training for bartenders.A margarita is a cocktail made with tequila, orange liqueur, and lime juice.
 
definition 2: an appetizer such as juice, mixed chopped fruit, or cold seafood with a sauce.
shrimp cocktail
similar words:
appetizer
definition 3: a combination of various elements, especially one capable of causing injury, harm, or death.
The singer had consumed a deadly cocktail of alcohol and drugs.
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part of speech: adjective
definition 1: acceptable as semiformal clothing.
a cocktail gown
definition 2: of or pertaining to cocktails.
a cocktail shaker
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