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cocktail

/ˈkɒkteɪl/

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noun

A mixed alcoholic beverage.

Examples :

"My friend ordered a strawberry cocktail at the bar. "

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noun

A mixture of other substances or things.

Examples :

"Scientists found a cocktail of pollutants in the river downstream from the chemical factory."

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noun

A horse, not of pure breed, but having only one eighth or one sixteenth impure blood in its veins.

Examples :

"The farmer's prized stallion was a cocktail, having only a small amount of mixed blood in his lineage. "

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noun

A mean, half-hearted fellow; a coward.

Examples :

"The new student, a real cocktail, didn't seem to want to participate in any group activities. "

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noun

A species of rove beetle, so called from its habit of elevating the tail.

Examples :

"The cocktail beetle lifted its tail high in the air while exploring the garden. "

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verb

To adulterate (fuel, etc.) by mixing in other substances.

Examples :

"The mechanic cocktailled the gasoline with a cheaper, less potent blend to make the car run for longer. "

substance chemistry fuel

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verb

To treat (a person) to cocktails.

Examples :

"He dined and cocktailed her at the most exclusive bars and restaurants."

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adjective

Ostentatiously lacking in manners.

Examples :

"The new student's cocktail approach to the class rules, ignoring instructions and interrupting others, made him unpopular. "

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