noun

whiskey

whiskey, whisky

He enjoys a glass of whiskey after dinner.

He enjoys a glass of whiskey after dinner.

This recipe calls for a splash of whiskey.

This recipe calls for a splash of whiskey.

a glass/bottle/shot of whiskey a serving of whiskey He ordered a shot of whiskey.

Synonyms: liquor, spirit

From Irish and Scottish Gaelic 'uisce beatha', meaning 'water of life'.

Remember the 'e' in 'whiskey' is common in Ireland and the USA, while 'whisky' (no 'e') is for Scotch.

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