Magnum

usgb/ˈmæɡnəm/
noun

A wine bottle that's double the standard size.

They celebrated their reunion with a magnum of champagne.
Visual representation of "magnum" - A wine bottle that's double the standard size

Often appears as...

  • magnum of champagne
  • magnum of wine
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Visual representation of "magnum"
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Celebration Size

A magnum often symbolizes celebration or luxury due to its large size.

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For their golden anniversary, they popped open a magnum of vintage wine.
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Special Occasions

Magnums are usually reserved for special events, not casual drinking.

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They ordered a magnum to share for the New Year's toast.
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Larger Than Life

In other contexts, 'magnum' can imply something larger or greater than usual.

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The artist's magnum work was displayed in the center of the gallery.
Visual representation of the word "Magnum"

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