pisco

[ pis-koh, pee-skoh; Spanish pee-skaw ]

/ ˈpɪs koʊ, ˈpi skoʊ; Spanish ˈpi skɔ /

noun

a brandy made in the district near Pisco, a seaport in Peru.

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Origin of pisco

1840–50, Americanism; < Spanish

Words nearby pisco

pisciform, piscina, piscine, piscis austrinus, piscivorous, pisco, pisgah, pish, pishogue, pishpek, pisidia

Example sentences from the Web for pisco

Our friend was, of course, joyfully received, and a special can of pisco punch brewed in honour of his return.
California|J. Tyrwhitt Brooks
Guano is found upon the coasts of Peru, in the islands of Chinche, near Pisco, and several other places more to the south.
A Dictionary of Arts, Manufactures and Mines|Andrew Ure
The chief staple of cultivation at Pisco, and throughout the province, is the vine.
Narrative of the Circumnavigation of the Globe by the Austrian Frigate Novara, Volume III|Karl Ritter von Scherzer
To the south of Lima, in the Bay of Pisco, are found three small islands, or rather barren rocks.
A Voyage round the World|W.H.G. Kingston

Pisco is a terribly strong native drink and is indulged in by the lower classes.
Journeys and Experiences in Argentina, Paraguay, and Chile|Henry Stephens