Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
grog
noun
/ɡrɒɡ/
Definition
A type of alcoholic beverage, traditionally made from rum diluted with water and often flavored with spices or citrus.
Examples
- After a long day at sea, the crew enjoyed a cup of grog to unwind.
- The recipe for grog included rum, water, lemon juice, and sugar.
- During the party, he prepared a special grog with a twist of spice.
Meaning
Grog is typically associated with sailors and naval traditions, where it served as a way to make drinking water more palatable.
Synonyms
- rum
- beverage
- alcohol
