brewery

noun

brew·​ery ˈbrü-ə-rē How to pronounce brewery (audio)
ˈbru̇(-ə)r-ē
plural breweries
: a place where beer is produced
Cape Cod Beer owner and brewer Todd Marcus expects the brewery expansion to be completed by early April, allowing him to keep up with the flagship brews, as well as seasonal offerings.Jen Harmon
Breweries from Brooklyn to Norwalk, Conn., are putting in more and bigger brewing vats, plotting new lagers, ales and stouts.Kirk Johnson
see also microbrewery

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The two credit that quick success in part to food truck residencies at breweries in Lake Norman and Matthews in particular — places that helped locals solidify familiarity with the Chop Chop brand. Sunny Hubler, Charlotte Observer, 10 Mar. 2025 That’s the date for the 7th annual Pucks & Pints, a charity event featuring an ice hockey game between squads comprised of staff from numerous local breweries. Peter Rowe, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Mar. 2025 The family- and dog-friendly brewery hosts live music and a rotating selection of food trucks in a relaxed setting. Trudy Haywood Saunders, Travel + Leisure, 2 Mar. 2025 Four local breweries are located within the city limits, each offering something a little different. Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 28 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for brewery

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First Known Use

circa 1648, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of brewery was circa 1648

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brewery

noun
brew·​ery ˈbrü-ə-rē How to pronounce brewery (audio)
ˈbru̇(-ə)r-ē
plural breweries
: a plant where malt liquors are brewed

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