Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
toddy
noun
/ˈtɒdi/
Definition
A warm alcoholic drink made with whiskey, sugar, water, and spices, typically consumed to warm up or soothe.
Examples
- After a long day in the cold, she enjoyed a hot toddy by the fireplace.
- He made a traditional Irish toddy with honey and lemon to cure his cold.
Meaning
Toddy refers to a specific kind of comfort drink, often enjoyed during colder weather or as a remedy for colds.
Synonyms
- hot drink
- hot whiskey
- spiked beverage
