grenadine

noun

gren·​a·​dine ˌgre-nə-ˈdēn How to pronounce grenadine (audio)
ˈgre-nə-ˌdēn
1
: an open-weave fabric of various fibers
2
: a moderate reddish orange
3
: a syrup flavored with pomegranates and used in mixed drinks

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The Haunted Saloon, mixed with vodka, blue curacao, pineapple juice, grenadine and a lemon twist. Kim Bojórquez, Axios, 23 Oct. 2024 Kraken Bones Punch The Kraken Bones Punch is a dark and tropical Halloween drink that combines the bold flavors of Kraken Black Spiced Rum with pineapple juice and a splash of grenadine. Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 7 Oct. 2024 This oh-so-sweet kids’ drink, named for late child star Shirley Temple Black, pairs grenadine (pomegranate syrup) with lemon-lime soda and a cherry on top. Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2024 Shirley Temples are typically made by combining lemon-lime soda, like 7UP or Sprite, with grenadine and maraschino cherries. Sabrina Weiss, People.com, 27 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for grenadine 

Word History

Etymology

French, from grenade coarse silk fabric, pomegranate

First Known Use

1826, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of grenadine was in 1826

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“Grenadine.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grenadine. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.

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