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Noun — A cocktail traditionally made by stirring or shaking gin (or vodka) with vermouth, usually served in a stemmed glass with an olive or twist.

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dry martini dirty martini espresso martini shaken, not stirred

Etymology

The exact origin is disputed, but it likely comes from the Martini & Rossi vermouth brand or an earlier cocktail called the Martinez.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “martini” mean?

The word “martini” means a cocktail traditionally made by stirring or shaking gin (or vodka) with vermouth, usually served in a stemmed glass with an olive or twist. In plain terms, a classic gin-or-vodka cocktail served in a distinctive triangular glass.

How do you pronounce “martini”?

“Martini” is pronounced mah-TEE-nee (/mɑɹˈtini/ in IPA).

How do you use “martini” in a sentence?

Here is “martini” used in a sentence: “He ordered a dry martini, shaken not stirred.”

What part of speech is “martini”?

“Martini” is a noun.

Is “martini” a common word?

“Martini” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “martini” have?

“Martini” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a cocktail traditionally made by stirring or shaking gin (or vodka) with vermouth, usually served in a stemmed glass with an olive or twist.

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