Brandy: meaning, definitions and examples
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brandy
[ หbrรฆndi ]
alcoholic beverage
Brandy is a type of distilled wine that is typically enjoyed as a drink or used in cooking. It is produced by fermenting grapes and then distilling the resulting wine to create a higher proof spirit. Brandy can be aged in wooden casks, which adds flavor and complexity to the drink.
Synonyms
alcohol, cognac, liquor, spirits
Examples of usage
- She sipped a glass of brandy by the fireplace.
- The sauce was enhanced with a splash of brandy.
- He offered me a brandy after dinner.
- They celebrated with brandy and cigars.
Translations
Translations of the word "brandy" in other languages:
๐ต๐น brandy
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฌเฅเคฐเคพเคเคกเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช Brandy
๐ฎ๐ฉ brendi
๐บ๐ฆ ะบะพะฝััะบ
๐ต๐ฑ brandy
๐ฏ๐ต ใใฉใณใใผ
๐ซ๐ท brandy
๐ช๐ธ brandy
๐น๐ท brendi
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ธ๋๋
๐ธ๐ฆ ุจุฑุงูุฏู
๐จ๐ฟ brandy
๐ธ๐ฐ brandy
๐จ๐ณ ็ฝๅ ฐๅฐ
๐ธ๐ฎ brandy
๐ฎ๐ธ brandy
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฑัะตะฝะดะธ
๐ฌ๐ช แแ แแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ brendi
๐ฒ๐ฝ brandy
Word origin
The word 'brandy' comes from the Dutch word 'brandewijn', which means 'burnt wine'. The term originated in the 17th century when Dutch merchants began to sell distilled wine. The process of distillation was a significant advancement as it concentrated the flavors and alcoholic content of the wine. Brandy was prized for its potency and unique flavor profiles. Throughout history, it has been associated with various cultures and has been produced in different regions of the world, each with their unique methods and grapes used. Over time, brandy became a popular choice for both casual consumption and high-end cocktails, solidifying its place in alcoholic beverages globally.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranked #10,188, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.
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