libation
noun
li·ba·tion
lī-ˈbā-shən 
1
a
: an act of pouring a liquid as a sacrifice (as to a deity)
They offered a libation at the temple.
b
: a liquid (such as wine) used in a libation
2
a
: an act or instance of drinking often ceremoniously
a libation to celebrate their anniversary
b
: beverage
especially
: a drink containing alcohol
His favorite libation is scotch on the rocks.
Examples of libation in a Sentence
They offered libations at the temple.
We met for a libation after work.
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Melissa Oyler, Charlotte Observer, 6 May 2025
Weekend brunch, baby showers, engagement parties, wedding receptions, graduation and birthday parties, backyard cookouts and other celebratory gatherings call for special libations.
—Kelly Brant, Arkansas Online, 6 May 2025
That local food and libations are available on board—thanks to Silversea Cruises’ S.A.L.T.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2025
Ahead of the summer season when popularity swells for sweeter libations, Deep Eddy vodka, Hornitos tequila, and Chinola liqueur are among the major brands that have launched new pineapple expressions.
—John Kell, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025
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“Libation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/libation. Accessed 12 Jun. 2025.
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libation
noun
li·ba·tion
lī-ˈbā-shən
1
a
: the act of pouring a liquid in honor of a god
b
: a liquid (as wine) poured as a libation
2
: a drink poured or taken as if to honor a god
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