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beverage

/ˈbevəɹɪdʒ/noun

Any drink, such as coffee, tea, juice, milk, or a soft drink, though usually not plain water.

Example sentences

  • “The café serves hot and cold beverages all day.”
  • “Alcoholic beverages are not allowed anywhere in the park.”

Menu and industry word; in conversation people just say "drink". "Food and beverage" is the hospitality trade's fixed phrase.

Synonyms for beverage

  • drink
  • refreshment

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