tequila
[ˌtəˈkiː.lə]
Tequila is a type of strong spirit made from agave plants primarily produced in Mexico. It's commonly used as an ingredient in cocktails and can also be enjoyed on its own.
When people talk about tequila, they're usually referring to it as something you'd drink with friends, maybe at a party or during happy hour. You might hear someone say "I'm going out for margaritas tonight" which implies that tequila is the main spirit in those drinks. Some folks also enjoy sipping on straight shots of tequila, often accompanied by salt and lime to help cut the burn.
How common is "tequila"?
Word tequila is considered rare in modern English.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
Definitions
noun
An alcoholic liquor distilled from the fermented juice of the Central American century plant Agave tequilana
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