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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Michele Herrmann, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
Indulge your love for food and libations with a diverse selection of cooking and wine pairing classes.
—Roger Sands, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
The Little America Hotel in downtown Salt Lake City is serving new libations at its Halloween pop-up bar for the month of October.
—Kim Bojórquez, Axios, 23 Oct. 2024
Bar director Eric Van Beek and team use molecular mixology to craft outstanding libations that are far more complex than meet the eye, with unexpected layers of flavor and a focus on regional ingredients.
—Megan Murphy, Travel + Leisure, 23 Oct. 2024
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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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