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growler

 

[ ˈɡraʊlər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

beer container

A growler is a large jug or container used to transport draft beer. It typically holds 64 ounces (or half a gallon) of beer and is often made of glass or stainless steel. Breweries sell growlers filled with their fresh draft beer, allowing customers to take it home for consumption. The use of growlers has gained popularity in the craft beer movement, promoting local breweries and fresh offerings.

Synonyms

carafe, container, jug

Examples of usage

  • I filled my growler at the local brewery.
  • The growler kept the beer cold for hours.
  • He brought a growler of IPA to the picnic.

Translations

Translations of the word "growler" in other languages:

🇵🇹 growler

🇮🇳 ग्रॉउलर

🇩🇪 Growler

🇮🇩 growler

🇺🇦 гроулер

🇵🇱 growler

🇯🇵 グラウラー

🇫🇷 growler

🇪🇸 growler

🇹🇷 growler

🇰🇷 그라우러

🇸🇦 غرغلر

🇨🇿 growler

🇸🇰 growler

🇨🇳 生长器

🇸🇮 growler

🇮🇸 growler

🇰🇿 гроулер

🇬🇪 გროულერი

🇦🇿 growler

🇲🇽 growler

Word origin

The term 'growler' originally referred to a 'growler's bucket' in the 19th century, which was used to transport beer from pubs to homes. The name was derived from the sound of the beer sloshing around in the bucket, which resembled a growling noise. As beer culture evolved, the traditional metal or ceramic growler gave way to glass and plastic containers that could seal tightly to preserve the freshness of the beer. The modern growler has become a staple in the craft beer world, where breweries often sell them as a way to promote their products and allow customers to take home their favorite brews.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,431, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.