Definition of libationnext
as in drink
a liquid suitable for drinking a variety of libations will be available at the wedding reception

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Recent Examples of libation Throughout the evening, including the pre-Oscars reception, nearly 20,000 glasses of specialty cocktails, Champagne and other libations were poured. Brittany Levine Beckman, Los Angeles Times, 16 Mar. 2026 The three-course dinner includes specialty libations courtesy of Teeling Irish Whiskey. Gretta Monahan, Boston Herald, 5 Mar. 2026 For libations, the pub serves draft Guinness (non-alcoholic Guinness bottles are available too), Irish ales, wine and other staple beers. Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Feb. 2026 This buzzing indoor-outdoor spot at the heart of the resort is the most convenient place to grab post-ski libations and barbecue. Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 21 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for libation
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Noun
  • People come in, just have a few drinks and listen to music, and then stick around and come to the next show and the next show.
    Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 30 Apr. 2026
  • The afternoon features food and drinks, a DJ, dancing, games, contests, a photo booth and music included in the cost of tickets.
    Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • The beverage blends orange cordial and hibiscus agave with Lime’s signature frozen margarita, offering a bold twist on a classic to accompany award-winning mahi nahi tacos or a Porkito burrito.
    Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 Apr. 2026
  • Initially, high-performing employees will be selected for those roles, but eventually all employees will be encouraged to rotate through the beverage positions.
    Dee-Ann Durbin, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026

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“Libation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/libation. Accessed 1 May. 2026.

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