libation

/laɪˈbeɪʃən/
noun
  1. A drink, especially an alcoholic one, often offered as a ritual or in celebration.
    • The ceremony began with a libation of water and honey.
    • After the long hike, we enjoyed a cold libation by the campfire.
    • They poured a libation of wine onto the ground as an offering to the gods.
  2. A humorous or formal term for any alcoholic beverage.
    • The party featured a variety of libations, from beer to cocktails.
    • Would you care for a libation before dinner?
    • He ordered his favorite libation, a gin and tonic.
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