eggnog
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Noun — A rich, chilled drink made from milk or cream, beaten eggs, sugar, and spices like nutmeg, often spiked with rum, brandy, or whisky.
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Etymology
American, from the late 1700s: egg plus "nog," an old word for strong ale — the exact link is debated, but it may trace to a small wooden mug called a noggin.
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What does “eggnog” mean?
The word “eggnog” means a rich, chilled drink made from milk or cream, beaten eggs, sugar, and spices like nutmeg, often spiked with rum, brandy, or whisky. In plain terms, a creamy, egg-based holiday drink, sometimes with alcohol added.
How do you pronounce “eggnog”?
“Eggnog” is pronounced ehg-NOG (/ˈɛɡ.nɑɡ/ in IPA).
How do you use “eggnog” in a sentence?
Here is “eggnog” used in a sentence: “We always make a big batch of eggnog for the family on Christmas Eve.”
What part of speech is “eggnog”?
“Eggnog” is a noun.
Where does the word “eggnog” come from?
The word “eggnog” dates back to around 1700. American, from the late 1700s: egg plus "nog," an old word for strong ale — the exact link is debated, but it may trace to a small wooden mug called a noggin.