noun

vermouth

vuh-MOOTH

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Vermouth (noun) means a fortified wine flavored with herbs and spices, often served as an aperitif or used in cocktails. Example: “A classic martini calls for gin and a splash of dry vermouth.”

noun

A fortified wine flavored with herbs and spices, often served as an aperitif or used in cocktails.

"Earlier this year while in Madrid, I fell prey to what the Spanish call la hora del vermut, the vermouth hour, a break in the day for a glass, generally before eating." — Eric Asimov, This Summer, Pause for the Vermouth Hour (2023)

"A classic martini calls for gin and a splash of dry vermouth."

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Common pairings

dry vermouth sweet vermouth splash of vermouth

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

Plural: vermouths

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Etymology

From German Wermut, "wormwood" — the plant traditionally used to flavor it. A doublet of the English word "wormwood."

Origin: German

Rhymes for vermouth

south mouth youth uncouth badmouth Plymouth Falmouth bigmouth loudmouth Dartmouth Portsmouth Bournemouth

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Frequently asked questions

What does “vermouth” mean?

The word “vermouth” means a fortified wine flavored with herbs and spices, often served as an aperitif or used in cocktails.

How do you pronounce “vermouth”?

“Vermouth” is pronounced vuh-MOOTH (/vɚˈmuθ/ in IPA).

How do you use “vermouth” in a sentence?

Here is “vermouth” used in a sentence: “A classic martini calls for gin and a splash of dry vermouth.”

What part of speech is “vermouth”?

“Vermouth” is a noun.

Where does the word “vermouth” come from?

The word “vermouth” comes from German. From German Wermut, "wormwood" — the plant traditionally used to flavor it. A doublet of the English word "wormwood.".