Ale

Noun

Definition: A fermented alcoholic beverage similar to but heavier than beer.

Synonyms: Brew, Malt beverage

Antonyms: Na

Examples:
  • She enjoys sipping on a cold glass of ale after a long day.
  • The local brewery offers a wide selection of ales.
Mnemonics:
  • "Ale" sounds similar to "pale", which can be a characteristic of certain types of ales.

Etymology:

Origin:

Old English 'ealu', related to Old Norse 'öll' and Old High German 'al'

Historical Usage:

Ale has been brewed for centuries and was a common beverage in ancient civilizations such as Mesopotamia and Egypt.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Crying over spilled ale"

Explanation:

A humorous play on the phrase "crying over spilled milk," meaning to lament over something that cannot be changed or fixed.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing ale with beer.

Explanation:

While ale is a type of beer, not all beer is ale. Ale is known for its heavier and slightly more robust flavor compared to other types of beer such as lager.

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