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absinthe

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Noun — A strong, anise-flavoured spirit traditionally distilled with wormwood.

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a glass of absinthe absinthe green

Etymology

From French absinthe, tracing to Latin absinthium and ultimately Greek apsinthion, meaning "wormwood," the plant originally used to flavour the drink.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “absinthe” mean?

The word “absinthe” means a strong, anise-flavoured spirit traditionally distilled with wormwood. In plain terms, a potent green liqueur once rumoured to cause hallucinations, though that reputation is now considered largely myth.

How do you pronounce “absinthe”?

“Absinthe” is pronounced AB-sihnth (/ˈæb.sɪnθ/ in IPA).

How do you use “absinthe” in a sentence?

Here is “absinthe” used in a sentence: “Absinthe was famously popular among Parisian artists in the late 1800s.”

What part of speech is “absinthe”?

“Absinthe” is a noun.

Where does the word “absinthe” come from?

The word “absinthe” comes from Latin. From French absinthe, tracing to Latin absinthium and ultimately Greek apsinthion, meaning "wormwood," the plant originally used to flavour the drink.

How many meanings does “absinthe” have?

“Absinthe” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a strong, anise-flavoured spirit traditionally distilled with wormwood.

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