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bitters

/ˈbɪtərz/

Meanings
noun
(usually in the plural bitters) A liquid or powder, made from bitter herbs, used in mixed drinks or as a tonic.

Examples :

"The bartender added a few dashes of bitters to the old-fashioned cocktail to give it a more complex flavor. "
drink medicine food

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/ˈbɑːˌtɛndə(ɹ)/ /ˈbɑɹˌtɛndɚ/

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