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Meaning of mead
A fermented drink made from honey, water, and yeast.
Etymology of mead
The word "mead" has its roots in Old English "medu", which is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "meduz" and the Proto-Indo-European word "meth-", all referring to a fermented honey drink.
Historically, mead was a popular drink in ancient Europe, particularly among the Vikings and other Germanic tribes, who prized it for its flavor, nutritional value, and intoxicating properties.
Synonyms
Definitions
- A fermented drink made from honey, water, and yeast, often flavored with fruits, spices, or herbs.
- In poetry and literature, mead is sometimes used as a metaphor for a sweet, intoxicating drink or a symbol of celebration and festivity.
Usage Examples
- The couple served mead at their wedding reception as a nod to their shared love of medieval history.
- Mead is often flavored with fruits, herbs, and spices to create unique and delicious variations.
- The ancient poem described a feast where mead flowed like a river, and the guests drank until dawn.
Antonyms
soft drink
juice
soda
water
tea
coffee
milk
non-intoxicant
abstinent
temperance
prohibition
sobriety
abstinence
restraint
moderation
temperateness
frugality
plainness
simplicity.