libation — 영어 사전

명사

1. The act of pouring a liquid, most often wine, in sacrifice on the ground, on a ritual object, or on a victim, in honor of some deity.

   용법

   • 가산
   • 불가산

   동의어

   tiptipping

   예문

   While we to Jove the pure libations pay, Than Jove what apter claims the hallow'd lay?

2. The wine or liquid thus poured out.

   용법

   • 가산
   • 불가산

3. A beverage, especially an alcoholic one.

   용법

   • 가산
   • 익살스러운 표현
   • often
   • 불가산

   예문

   더 많은 예문 (2)

   […] watching you, the waiters, not quite making eye-contact but scanning for any little way to be of service, plus plum-jacketed sommeliers walking around to see if you need a non-buffet libation…

   What's more, Swedish researchers found that the fat and fiber in nuts slow the absorption of alcohol into your bloodstream. This can help smooth out the effects of moderate alcohol consumption. For best results, try to eat about 15 minutes before taking your first libation.

명사

1. (facetious) a serving of an alcoholic beverage

   상위어

   drink

2. a serving (of wine) poured out in honor of a deity

   상위어

   helpingportionserving

3. the act of pouring a liquid offering (especially wine) as a religious ceremony

   상위어

   religious ceremonyreligious ritual