cocktail

B2
Pronunciation
/ˈkɒkteɪl/
Noun
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

A mixed alcoholic beverage.

Synonyms
ckt mixed drink
2 Definition

A mixture of other substances or things.

Example Sentences
  • Scientists found a cocktail of pollutants in the river downstream from the chemical factory.
3 Definition

A horse, not of pure breed, but having only one eighth or one sixteenth impure blood in its veins.

4 Definition

A mean, half-hearted fellow; a coward.

5 Definition

A species of rove beetle, so called from its habit of elevating the tail.

Verb
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

To adulterate (fuel, etc.) by mixing in other substances.

2 Definition

To treat (a person) to cocktails.

Example Sentences
  • He dined and cocktailed her at the most exclusive bars and restaurants.
Adjective
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

Ostentatiously lacking in manners.