Adam's ale
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of Adam's ale
First recorded in 1635–45
Example Sentences
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“That second cup of Adam’s ale was better than the first,” he said appreciatively, “and this ’ere’s the best banana I ever nibbled.
From Trapped by Malays A Tale of Bayonet and Kris by Steven Spurrier
They had a special objection to carrying fresh water, and nearly always bolted when they discovered it was "Adam's ale" that was swishing about on the outside of their hump.
From "Over There" with the Australians by R. Hugh (Reginald Hugh) Knyvett
They warn't put into Adam's ale for nothin', that's a fact.'
From Nature and Human Nature by Thomas Chandler Haliburton
"We'd rather drink Adam's ale," said Babbett: "we get that for nothing too."
From Black Forest Village Stories by Berthold Auerbach
Adam's ale: and may so pure an element be always at hand.
From Routledge's Manual of Etiquette by George Routledge
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