Ouzo: meaning, definitions and examples
๐ท
ouzo
[ หuหzoส ]
beverage
Ouzo is a traditional Greek anise-flavored aperitif that is commonly consumed in Greece and Cyprus. It is made from distilling fermented grapes and is flavored with anise, which gives it a distinct licorice taste. Ouzo is typically served chilled or over ice and is often accompanied by meze, a selection of small dishes. It is an integral part of Greek culture and is enjoyed during social gatherings and celebrations.
Synonyms
Greek aperitif, anise liqueur, spirit.
Examples of usage
- We enjoyed a glass of ouzo with our meze.
- The ouzo flowed freely during the Greek festival.
- After dinner, they offered us ouzo as a digestif.
Translations
Translations of the word "ouzo" in other languages:
๐ต๐น ouzo
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคเคผเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช Ouzo
๐ฎ๐ฉ ouzo
๐บ๐ฆ ัะทะพ
๐ต๐ฑ ouzo
๐ฏ๐ต ใฆใผใพ
๐ซ๐ท ouzo
๐ช๐ธ ouzo
๐น๐ท ouzo
๐ฐ๐ท ์ฐ์กฐ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฃูุฒู
๐จ๐ฟ ouzo
๐ธ๐ฐ ouzo
๐จ๐ณ ไนไฝ
๐ธ๐ฎ ouzo
๐ฎ๐ธ ouzo
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะทะพ
๐ฌ๐ช แแฃแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ ouzo
๐ฒ๐ฝ ouzo
Etymology
The word 'ouzo' is thought to have originated from the Turkish word 'รผzรผm', which means 'grape', reflecting its wine distillation background. Ouzo has a long history, dating back to the 14th century when monks on the Greek island of Lesbos began producing this anise-flavored spirit. It became increasingly popular in the 19th century, particularly after the establishment of Greece as an independent state. The production of ouzo is now regulated by the Greek government, and it must contain at least 20% alcohol by volume and be flavored predominantly with anise. The spirit is deeply rooted in the social fabric of Greek life, often served in small glasses as part of a ritual of hospitality, embodying various cultural traditions and customs. Its popularity has spread beyond Greece, making it a beloved beverage in many countries with Greek communities.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranking #39,332, 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.
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