drinkery

[ dring-kuh-ree ]
/ ˈdrɪŋ kə ri /
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noun, plural drink·er·ies.

barroom; tavern.

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Origin of drinkery

An Americanism dating back to 1830–40; drink + -ery

Words nearby drinkery

drink-driver, drink-driving, drinker, drinker moth, Drinker respirator, drinkery, drinking, drinking fountain, drinking song, drinking-up time, drinking water
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Words related to drinkery

saloon, parlor, bar, lobby, pub, tavern, lounge, joint, inn, hangout, nightclub, barroom, watering hole, speakeasy, bistro, hotel, lodge, tap, hideaway, dive