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Hot Drink

/hɒt drɪŋk/
nounCEFR B1 (Intermediate)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A beverage that is served at a high temperature, typically consumed for warmth or enjoyment.

    "On a cold winter day, a cup of hot drink can be very comforting."
  2. 2

    Any liquid that is heated before consumption, often including tea, coffee, or hot chocolate.

    "She ordered a hot drink to warm up after being outside in the snow."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'hot drink' combines the adjective 'hot', derived from Old English 'hat', meaning having a high temperature, and 'drink', from Old English 'drincan', meaning to consume liquid. The phrase has evolved to refer specifically to beverages served at elevated temperatures, often for comfort or enjoyment.

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