Grog: meaning, definitions and examples
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grog
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type of drink
Grog is a term for a mixed alcoholic beverage, often made with rum and water, sometimes flavored with lime or sugar. Traditionally associated with sailors, it has a historical context that connects it to the British Navy, where it was issued to sailors to boost morale and prevent scurvy. Grog can also refer more broadly to any diluted alcoholic drink.
Synonyms
beverage, mixed drink, punch, rum.
Examples of usage
- The crew enjoyed a cup of grog after a long day at sea.
- She mixed up some grog for the party guests.
- In the 18th century, grog was a common drink for sailors.
- I served the grog in traditional tankards.
- The recipe for grog has many variations, depending on the region.
Translations
Translations of the word "grog" in other languages:
๐ต๐น grog
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเค
๐ฉ๐ช Grog
๐ฎ๐ฉ grog
๐บ๐ฆ ะณัะพะบ
๐ต๐ฑ grog
๐ฏ๐ต ใฐใญใใฐ
๐ซ๐ท grog
๐ช๐ธ grog
๐น๐ท grog
๐ฐ๐ท ๊ทธ๋ก๊ทธ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุบุฑูุบ
๐จ๐ฟ grog
๐ธ๐ฐ grog
๐จ๐ณ ็ญ้ฅฎ้
๐ธ๐ฎ grog
๐ฎ๐ธ grog
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะณัะพะบ
๐ฌ๐ช แแ แแฆแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ grog
๐ฒ๐ฝ grog
Etymology
The word 'grog' has its origins in the early 18th century and is attributed to British Admiral Edward Vernon. He was known for diluting rum with water to make it more palatable for sailors, a mixture which was often referred to as 'grog'. The name itself likely comes from the 'grog cloth' that Vernon wore, which was a type of coarse fabric. Grog quickly became a staple among sailors in the British Navy, serving both as a morale booster and a means of preventing scurvy by encouraging hydration. Over the years, the term evolved to encompass a variety of mixed alcoholic drinks and became entrenched in maritime culture. Today, grog is used informally to refer to any drink that includes alcohol, but the connection to its historical maritime roots remains significant.
Word Frequency Rank
Positioned at #24,800, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.
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- 24800 grog
- 24801 consulship
- 24802 impersonation
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