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10 Language-to-English DictionariesGrogshop
/ˈɡrɒɡ.ʃɒp/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A bar or tavern where alcoholic beverages, especially grog, are served.
"After a long day at work, they decided to unwind at the local grogshop." - 2
A casual or informal establishment that serves drinks and may offer light food.
"The grogshop was bustling with patrons enjoying the live music and drinks."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'grogshop' is derived from 'grog', which refers to a type of alcoholic beverage made from rum diluted with water, and 'shop', indicating a place of business. The word 'grog' originated in the 18th century, attributed to British naval tradition, while 'shop' has Old English roots, signifying a place for trade or commerce.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Grogshop" is said worldwide
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taverne
Transliteration: ta-vairn
"Ils se sont retrouvés à la taverne après le travail."
Kneipe
Transliteration: knaɪpə
"Nach der Arbeit gingen sie in die Kneipe."
osteria
Transliteration: os-te-ri-a
"Si sono incontrati all'osteria per bere qualcosa."
taberna
Transliteration: ta-ber-na
"Se encontraron en la taberna después del trabajo."
taberna
Transliteration: ta-ber-na
"Eles se encontraram na taberna após o trabalho."
बार
Transliteration: bār
"वे काम के बाद बार में मिले।"
酒吧
Transliteration: jiǔbā
"他们下班后在酒吧见面。"
술집
Transliteration: suljip
"그들은 퇴근 후 술집에서 만났습니다."
居酒屋
Transliteration: izakaya
"彼らは仕事の後、居酒屋で会いました。"
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