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Synonyms

nonalcoholic

American  
[non-al-kuh-haw-lik, -hol-ik] / ˌnɒn æl kəˈhɔ lɪk, -ˈhɒl ɪk /

adjective

  1. not being or containing alcohol.

    nonalcoholic beverages.


noun

  1. a person who is not an alcoholic.

nonalcoholic British  
/ ˌnɒnælkəˈhɒlɪk /

adjective

  1. not containing alcohol

    nonalcoholic drinks

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Etymology

Origin of nonalcoholic

First recorded in 1905–10; non- + alcoholic

Example Sentences

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Depending on the tone of the gathering, this might mean a simple batch cocktail, a pitcher of something nonalcoholic and citrusy, or just sparkling water and ice arranged in a way that feels intentional.

From Salon

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From Science Daily

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From The Wall Street Journal

Even with beer sales under pressure, Anheuser-Busch stock has jumped 52% over the past year—driven by strong performance from its premium brands and a bigger push into nonalcoholic drinks.

From Barron's

Something festive but low-pressure: a bottle of fancy nonalcoholic cider or sparkling juice—celebratory without assuming anything.

From Salon