Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
negus
noun
/ˈniːɡəs/
Definition
A type of sweetened wine or punch, traditionally served warm.
Examples
- After a long day, he enjoyed a cup of negus by the fireplace.
- During the winter festivities, they served negus to welcome guests.
- The historical recipe called for port wine, lemon, and a mix of spices to create a perfect negus.
Meaning
The term ‘negus’ is often used to refer to a warm drink made of fortified wine mixed with spices and sugar.
Synonyms
- Spiced wine
- Mulled wine
- Warm punch
