barley water

American  

noun

1. a decoction of barley, used especially in the treatment of diarrhea in infants.

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barley water British  

noun

1. a drink made from an infusion of barley, usually flavoured with lemon or orange

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Etymology

Origin of barley water

First recorded in 1275–1325

Example Sentences

Also worth nothing: Certain health-conscious individuals are once again drinking barley water for dietary reasons.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 15, 2022

However, even they do better than older women such as Judy Murray, who end up portrayed as a modern-day version of Lady Macbeth, only this time with added Robinson's barley water.

From The Guardian • Jul. 13, 2013

For generations doctors have tried to stimulate milk production by massage, breast-pumping and use of "galactagogues" such as barley water, beer and huge quantities of cow's milk.

From Time Magazine Archive

The custom is to feed oysters with barley water in a dish.

From Time Magazine Archive

Oatmeal and barley water was made into a thin gruel and given to the men as required. 

From Railway Adventures and Anecdotes extending over more than fifty years by Various