First Known Use: 14th century
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tavern
noun tav·ern \ˈta-vərn\
: a place where alcoholic drinks are served
: a building that provides lodging and food for people who are traveling
Full Definition of TAVERN
1
: an establishment where alcoholic beverages are sold to be drunk on the premises
2
: inn
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Origin of TAVERN
Middle English taverne, from Anglo-French, from Latin taberna hut, shop
Related to TAVERN
- Synonyms
- bar, café (also cafe), cantina [Southwest], dramshop, gin mill, grogshop [chiefly British], pub, public house [chiefly British], saloon, taproom, barroom, watering hole, watering place
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tavern
noun tav·ern \ˈta-vərn\
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