Advertisement
Advertisement
negus
1[ nee-guhs ]
noun
- a title of Ethiopian royalty.
- (initial capital letter) the Emperor of Ethiopia.
negus
2[ nee-guhs ]
noun
- a beverage made of wine and hot water, with sugar, nutmeg, and lemon.
negus
1/ ˈniːɡəs /
noun
- a hot drink of port and lemon juice, usually spiced and sweetened
Negus
2/ ˈniːɡəs /
noun
- a title of the emperor of Ethiopia
Discover More
Word History and Origins
Origin of negus1
Origin of negus2
Discover More
Word History and Origins
Origin of negus1
Origin of negus2
Discover More
Example Sentences
Two dustmen were lately disputing the difference between bishop and negus.
Now, Heffernan, order me a glass of claret negus, and take care that no one comes to worry us with news of the House.
Of Mr. Negus it is said, that "he was a truly good man, and a useful preacher."
Perhaps negus and mutton-broth were never handed about under such dangerous circumstances.
The negus was brought and paid for by Gager, who then requested that they might be left there undisturbed for five minutes.
Advertisement
Word of the Day
[fur-kin ]
Meaning and examplesStart each day with the Word of the Day in your inbox!
By clicking "Sign Up", you are accepting Dictionary.com Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policies.
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Browse