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Right now, I'm very healthy. I have no vices left. Except sugary breakfast cereal. And absinthe, of course.
Johnny Galecki

Meaning of "absinthe" in the English dictionary

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ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD ABSINTHE

Via French and Latin from Greek apsinthion wormwood.
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PRONUNCIATION OF ABSINTHE

absinthe  [ˈæbsɪnθ] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF ABSINTHE

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Absinthe is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES ABSINTHE MEAN IN ENGLISH?

absinthe

Absinthe

Absinthe is historically described as a distilled, highly alcoholic beverage. It is an anise-flavoured spirit derived from botanicals, including the flowers and leaves of Artemisia absinthium, together with green anise, sweet fennel, and other medicinal and culinary herbs. Absinthe traditionally has a natural green colour but may also be colourless. It is commonly referred to in historical literature as "la fée verte". Although it is sometimes mistakenly referred to as a liqueur, absinthe is not traditionally bottled with added sugar; it is therefore classified as a spirit. Absinthe is traditionally bottled at a high level of alcohol by volume, but it is normally diluted with water prior to being consumed. Absinthe originated in the canton of Neuchâtel in Switzerland in the late 18th century. It rose to great popularity as an alcoholic drink in late 19th- and early 20th-century France, particularly among Parisian artists and writers. Owing in part to its association with bohemian culture, the consumption of absinthe was opposed by social conservatives and prohibitionists.

Definition of absinthe in the English dictionary

The definition of absinthe in the dictionary is a potent green alcoholic drink, technically a gin, originally having high wormwood content.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH ABSINTHE


absinth
ˈæbsɪnθ
colocynth
ˈkɒləsɪnθ
Corinth
ˈkɒrɪnθ
helminth
ˈhɛlmɪnθ
hyacinth
ˈhaɪəsɪnθ
jacinth
ˈdʒæsɪnθ
jacinthe
ˈdʒæsɪnθ
labyrinth
ˈlæbərɪnθ
nemathelminth
ˌnɛməˈθɛlmɪnθ
ninth
naɪnθ
platyhelminth
ˌplætɪˈhɛlmɪnθ
plinth
plɪnθ
synth
sɪnθ
terebinth
ˈtɛrɪbɪnθ
trochelminth
ˈtrɒkəlˌmɪnθ

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE ABSINTHE

absentee rate
absentee vote
absentee voter
absentee voting
absenteeism
absenter
absentia
absently
absey
absinth
absinthiated
absinthism
absit
absit omen
absolute
absolute alcohol
absolute ceiling
absolute configuration
absolute humidity
absolute judgment

WORDS THAT END LIKE ABSINTHE

all the
bathe
berthe
breathe
calanthe
clothe
Drenthe
Goethe
lathe
lithe
loathe
Motlanthe
nepenthe
none the
Sarthe
scythe
soothe
the
tithe
withe

Synonyms and antonyms of absinthe in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «absinthe» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF ABSINTHE

Find out the translation of absinthe to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of absinthe from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «absinthe» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

苦艾酒
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

absenta
570 millions of speakers

English

absinthe
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

absinthe
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

الأفسنتين
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

абсент
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

absinto
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

বৃক্ষবিশেষ
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

absinthe
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Absinthe
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Absinth
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

アブサン
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

압생트
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Absinthe
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

absinthe
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

அப்சிந்தே
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

शेंगदाणे
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

Pelin
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

assenzio
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

absynt
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

абсент
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

absint
30 millions of speakers
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Translator English - Greek

αψέντι
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

Helfrich
14 millions of speakers
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Translator English - Swedish

absint
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

absint
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of absinthe

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «ABSINTHE»

The term «absinthe» is quite widely used and occupies the 35.594 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «ABSINTHE» OVER TIME

The graph expresses the annual evolution of the frequency of use of the word «absinthe» during the past 500 years. Its implementation is based on analysing how often the term «absinthe» appears in digitalised printed sources in English between the year 1500 and the present day.

Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about absinthe

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4 QUOTES WITH «ABSINTHE»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word absinthe.
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Thomas Couture
There is only one absinthe drinker, and that's the man who painted this idiotic picture.
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Ernest Dowson
I understand that absinthe makes the tart grow fonder.
3
Johnny Galecki
Right now, I'm very healthy. I have no vices left. Except sugary breakfast cereal. And absinthe, of course.
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Jack Osbourne
I took a bottle of pills. I'd been in Europe and I had a lot of absinthe and I was just drinking and drinking, trying to, you know, just shut my body down.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «ABSINTHE»

Discover the use of absinthe in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to absinthe and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Absinthe--The Cocaine of the Nineteenth Century: A History ...
This work provides a history of "the green fairy", a study of its use and abuse, an exploration of the tremendous social problems (not unlike the cocaine problems of this century) it caused, and an examination of the extent to which the ...
Doris Lanier, 2004
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Absinthe: History in a Bottle
Due to popular demand, Absinthe: History in a Bottle is back in paperback with a handsome new cover.
Barnaby Conrad, 1996
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Absinthe: A Novel
A man recalls his childhood growing up in Provance before World War I
Christophe Bataille, 1999
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Absinthe Cocktails
This book has something to suit everyone's taste—traditionalists will learn how to properly mix absinthe like an old pro with 30 recipes for classic cocktails, while modern absinthe lovers can experiment with 20 contemporary drink ...
Kate Simon, 2011
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A Taste for Absinthe: 65 Recipes for Classic and ...
A Taste for Absinthe celebrates this storied and complex liquor by bringing you 65 cocktail recipes from America’s hottest mixologists to enjoy as you discover the spirit that has fascinated artists, musicians, and writers for centuries.
R. Winston Guthrie, James F. Thompson, 2012
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Absinthe and Flamethrowers: Projects and Ruminations on the ...
The guide maintains that risk takers are more successful, more interesting individuals who lead more fulfilling lives.
William Gurstelle, 2009
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Absinthe: A Biographical Novel of Edgar Degas
Edgar Degas the Realist Artist with his contemporaries including, Monet, Renoir, Gauguin, Cesanne, Cassatt, Morrisot, Pissaro and others rebelled from the harsh criticism of the Salon Judges.
John P. Roach, Jr., 2009
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The Book of Absinthe: A Cultural History
The Book of Absinthe is a witty, erudite primer to the world's most notorious drink.
Phil Baker, Professor of Maternal and Fetal Health Director of the Maternal and Fetal Health Research Centre Consultant Obstetrician Phil Baker, 2007
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Hideous Absinthe: A History of the Devil in a Bottle
This text is a biography of the green fairy; from its place in the lives of writers and artists who were inspired - and ruined - by it, to its more recent rediscovery by Ernest Hemingway and today's would-be sophisticates.
Jad Adams, 2004
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Absinthe, Sip of Seduction: A Contemporary Guide
With sociological, scientific and culinary discussions about the drink, this book is the perfect addition to anyone's library, whether they be absinthe fans already, or just curious.
Betina Wittels, Robert Hermesch, T. A. Breaux, 2008

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «ABSINTHE»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term absinthe is used in the context of the following news items.
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Modesto distillery honoring fallen officer plans to expand
"We make 10 whiskeys, currently four brandies, two gins, we got some Italian herbal liquor we're working on, absinthe coming in the works," ... «KCRA Sacramento, Jul 15»
2
Food review: Bandra's Monkey Bar is inventive, but there are some …
The saat rasta — a mix of seven spirits, beer-ginger juice and fresh coriander — was out of balance, with absinthe dominating; the sickly sweet ... «Hindustan Times, Jul 15»
3
Springfield Steampunk Festival seeks volunteers and sponsors
... time machine showing, photo booth, telescope observatory tour and absinthe tasting. The festival benefits the Springfield Community Center. «vtdigger.org, Jul 15»
4
The Getaway: Washington DC
... cocktails before eventually settling on a classic Sazerac made from strong rye whiskey and bitters in a glass washed with absinthe (right). «Irish Independent, Jul 15»
5
A decade of Absinthe
THE popular party series Absinthe will mark its 10th anniversary at the newly refurbished Morgan's Harbour Hotel in Port Royal on Sunday. «Jamaica Observer, Jul 15»
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Heat busters
Absinthe makes the heart grow fonder at The Continental in Pacific Place. Designed by award-winning mixologist Timothee Becqueriaux, the ... «Hong Kong Standard, Jul 15»
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The Gazillionaire: How I made my gazillions, and how you can, too
We continue today with “Absinthe” at Caesars Palace's off-the-wall but filthy rich Gazillionaire and singer Kristen Hertzenberg. First up are tips ... «Las Vegas Sun, Jul 15»
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Through the drinking glass
Greece has Ouzo, there's Jagermeister from Germany, Absinthe, Chartreuse from France, Pimms from England, Tequila from Mexico, Campari, ... «The Asian Age, Jul 15»
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'Absinthe' Performer Takes On 'American Ninja Warrior'
Absinthe is a live Las Vegas Strip variety show that premiered in 2006. It includes humor, acrobatics and quirky characters. American Ninja ... «KNPR, Jul 15»
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Exploring the land of the green fairy in Switzerland
The history of absinthe, a high-alcohol anise-flavoured spirit distilled from the wormwood plant, is cloaked in mystery, intrigue, romance, ... «Stuff.co.nz, Jun 15»

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