gin
n. C / U B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈdʒɪn// UK //dʒˈɪn// gin
n. a strong, clear alcoholic drink made from grain and flavored with juniper berries. It is often mixed with tonic water and a slice of lemon or lime.
n. a clear, distilled alcoholic spirit flavoured with juniper berries and other botanical aromatics. Often used as a base for cocktails.
He ordered a gin and tonic with extra ice.
The bartender recommended a local craft gin that featured notes of lavender and citrus.
The resurgence of artisanal distilleries has transformed gin from a mass-produced commodity into a sophisticated spirit with diverse regional profiles.
Usage
Uncountable when referring to the liquid in general; countable when referring to a specific type or a serving.