Shebeen
noun
An unlicensed bar or club where alcohol is sold.
They spent their evening at the local shebeen, drinking and dancing.
Often appears as...
- local shebeen
- shebeen queen
noun
An unlicensed bar or club where alcohol is sold.
They spent their evening at the local shebeen, drinking and dancing.
Often appears as...
- local shebeen
- shebeen queen
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Informality
Shebeen implies a casual, sometimes secretive place to drink, away from mainstream bars or pubs.
They didn't want to be seen, so they met at a hidden shebeen.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Roots
In Ireland and Africa, shebeens have historical significance, often linked to community or resistance.
The shebeen was a lively hub in the township, full of vibrant stories and music.
Pro Tip 3/3Legality Issues
Shebeens are unlicensed, suggesting they operate outside the law, which can be risky.
He was fined for running a shebeen without a liquor license.
Pro Tip 1/3Informality
Shebeen implies a casual, sometimes secretive place to drink, away from mainstream bars or pubs.
They didn't want to be seen, so they met at a hidden shebeen.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Roots
In Ireland and Africa, shebeens have historical significance, often linked to community or resistance.
The shebeen was a lively hub in the township, full of vibrant stories and music.
Pro Tip 3/3Legality Issues
Shebeens are unlicensed, suggesting they operate outside the law, which can be risky.
He was fined for running a shebeen without a liquor license.
Pro Tip 1/3Informality
Shebeen implies a casual, sometimes secretive place to drink, away from mainstream bars or pubs.
They didn't want to be seen, so they met at a hidden shebeen.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Roots
In Ireland and Africa, shebeens have historical significance, often linked to community or resistance.
The shebeen was a lively hub in the township, full of vibrant stories and music.
Pro Tip 3/3Legality Issues
Shebeens are unlicensed, suggesting they operate outside the law, which can be risky.
He was fined for running a shebeen without a liquor license.
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