julep
Americannoun
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a sweet drink, variously prepared and sometimes medicated
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short for mint julep
Etymology
Origin of julep
1350–1400; Middle English < Middle French < Arabic julāb < Persian gulāb, equivalent to gul rose + āb water
Example Sentences
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Get a bouquet from the grocery store or the corner deli, cut it down and put it in a small vase, or place flowers in little silver or gold julep cups around your home.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 8, 2022
A mint julep that sold for $4.99 in 2020 now costs $5.49.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 30, 2022
The contemporary book is oft considered an industry staple and can teach you how to make everything from a Oaxacan old-fashioned to an aperitivo julep, ensuring dad will never run out of ideas or inspiration.
From The Verge • May 23, 2022
In fact, ordering a mint julep at a Louisville bar is the quickest way to get pegged for a Derby-time tourist.
From Salon • May 7, 2022
"Now see here, Tom," said Daisy, turning around from the mirror, "if you're going to make personal remarks I won't stay here a minute. Call up and order some ice for the mint julep."
From " The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald
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