Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rotgut
noun
/ˈrɒtˌɡʌt/
Definition
A type of low-quality alcohol, often associated with harmful effects.
Examples
- After a long week, he decided to celebrate with some rotgut at the local bar.
- She warned him that drinking rotgut could be dangerous for his health.
- The old distillery was known for producing rotgut that was favored by the locals.
Meaning
Rotgut refers to any cheap alcoholic beverage that is typically of poor quality. It is often consumed for its effects rather than its taste.
Synonyms
- Cheap liquor
- Plonk
- Low-grade alcohol
- Swill
