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akvavit

akvavit

1 9.9
A Scandinavian alcoholic drink flavored with caraway seeds
  • noun
  • /ˈækwəˌviːt/
translation icon : akvavit
  • I enjoyed a glass of akvavit with my dinner.

Examples

  • The distinct aroma of caraway makes akvavit a unique spirit among European liquors.

  • During the festival, we sampled traditional dishes and sipped akvavit with locals.

  • She brought a bottle of akvavit back from her trip to Norway as a souvenir.

  • Have you ever tried akvavit before?

  • At the festive gathering, guests sipped traditional akvavit to celebrate the occasion.

  • The chef paired the smoked salmon with a shot of akvavit for a delightful flavor contrast.

  • During the cold winter months, many people enjoy a glass of akvavit to warm up.

Synonyms

aquavit
vsakvavit
2 9.9

A strong Scandinavian alcoholic drink flavored with caraway or dill

has identical meaning but is an alternate spelling used for the same spirit

Surface Forms

akvavit singular
akvavits plural

Etymology

Akvavit comes from the Latin phrase aqua vitae, which means 'water of life'. That old name was used for strong spirits, so akvavit is a Scandinavian 'water of life' and today means a strong drink usually flavored with caraway.