Word
gibson
Phoneticsgib·son
/ˈɡɪbsən/
Definition
n. a common family name that originally meant 'son of Gilbert'.
n. a common surname of English and Scottish origin, functioning as a patronymic derived from the medieval name Gib, a diminutive of Gilbert.
Examples
“He ordered a Gibson at the bar and ate the onion first.”
“While most people prefer a classic martini with an olive, he always chooses a Gibson for the savory flavor of the onion.”
“The subtle acidity of the pickled onion distinguishes the Gibson from its more famous relative, providing a sharp contrast to the botanical notes of the gin.”
Examples
simple
“He ordered a Gibson at the bar and ate the onion first.”
contextual
“While most people prefer a classic martini with an olive, he always chooses a Gibson for the savory flavor of the onion.”
complex
“The subtle acidity of the pickled onion distinguishes the Gibson from its more famous relative, providing a sharp contrast to the botanical notes of the gin.”
Etymology
From Gibb + -son.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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