growler

noun

growl·​er ˈgrau̇-lər How to pronounce growler (audio)
1
: one that growls
2
: a container (such as a can or pitcher) for beer bought by the measure
3
: a small iceberg

Examples of growler in a Sentence

we can't figure out why our very happy and optimistic friend is dating that chronic growler
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Pouring Glory, a growler station and grill that was an early pioneer in South Main Village, closed after a months-long struggle as the beer business continued to lag and new restaurants opened nearby. Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Jan. 2025 The best part: the price includes up to three lines of personalization on the growler label (beer not included). Tim Chan, Variety, 10 Dec. 2024 Made from amber, colored glass that actually protects your beer from UV rays (which can alter the taste of alcohol), the growler includes a metal cap, and is dishwasher-safe for easy cleaning. Tim Chan, Variety, 10 Dec. 2024 From beer-brewing growlers to the maraschino cherries every fancy bar uses, there’s truly something for everyone (including your hard-to-shop-for husband) in our edit. Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 20 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for growler 

Word History

First Known Use

1753, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of growler was in 1753

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“Growler.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/growler. Accessed 29 Jan. 2025.

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