Firewater

/ˈfaɪrˌwɔtər/
noun

A slang term for strong alcoholic drinks, especially distilled spirits.

He offered me some firewater to warm up on that cold night.
Visual representation of "firewater" - A slang term for strong alcoholic drinks, especially distilled spirits.

Usage tips

Informal

hard liquor,spirits,strong drink

noun

A term with historical connotations, often used to describe alcoholic beverages brought by colonizers to indigenous peoples.

The natives called the whiskey firewater because of its effects.
Visual representation of "firewater" - A term with historical connotations, often used to describe alcoholic beverages brought by colonizers to indigenous peoples.

Usage tips

Cultural

colonial history,indigenous culture,alcoholism

noun

A slang term for strong alcoholic drinks, especially distilled spirits.

He offered me some firewater to warm up on that cold night.
Visual representation of "firewater" - A slang term for strong alcoholic drinks, especially distilled spirits.

Usage tips

Informal

hard liquor,spirits,strong drink

noun

A term with historical connotations, often used to describe alcoholic beverages brought by colonizers to indigenous peoples.

The natives called the whiskey firewater because of its effects.
Visual representation of "firewater" - A term with historical connotations, often used to describe alcoholic beverages brought by colonizers to indigenous peoples.

Usage tips

Cultural

colonial history,indigenous culture,alcoholism

Definition 1 of 2
Visual representation of "firewater"
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Colloquial

This term is best used in casual settings.

'At the bar, they serve the best firewater in town.'
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Cultural

Be aware of its cultural implications in some communities.

'In some cultures, firewater is used in ceremonial rituals.'
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Warning

Consider the context to avoid misunderstandings.

'Using 'firewater' in a formal invitation might be inappropriate.'
LampPro Tip 1/3

Colloquial

This term is best used in casual settings.

'At the bar, they serve the best firewater in town.'
LampPro Tip 2/3

Cultural

Be aware of its cultural implications in some communities.

'In some cultures, firewater is used in ceremonial rituals.'
LampPro Tip 3/3

Warning

Consider the context to avoid misunderstandings.

'Using 'firewater' in a formal invitation might be inappropriate.'
LampPro Tip 1/3

Colloquial

This term is best used in casual settings.

'At the bar, they serve the best firewater in town.'
LampPro Tip 2/3

Cultural

Be aware of its cultural implications in some communities.

'In some cultures, firewater is used in ceremonial rituals.'
LampPro Tip 3/3

Warning

Consider the context to avoid misunderstandings.

'Using 'firewater' in a formal invitation might be inappropriate.'
Visual representation of the word "Firewater"

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