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microbrew

American  
[mahy-kroh-broo] / ˈmaɪ kroʊˌbru /

noun

  1. beer brewed in a microbrewery.

    This little bohemian pub has a good selection of microbrews on tap, as well as the world’s best burgers.


Etymology

Origin of microbrew

First recorded in 1980–85

Example Sentences

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When Calvin praises a microbrew for its “cool packaging” or suggests to his devastated friend that he might consider a law-enforcement career, as a way to turn “grief into something positive,” the tone is sincere.

From The New Yorker • Jan. 14, 2019

But its decline is a cautionary tale for the once red-hot California microbrew world.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2018

Chase your microbrew or homemade ginger beer with a pizza, Caribbean jerk chicken sandwich or fish tacos.

From Washington Post • Dec. 7, 2017

On his Twitter page Monday, Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner wagered an extra-large Chicago-style deep-dish pizza and a case of microbrew beer from Chicago if Cleveland wins.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 25, 2016

In addition to tequila and cocktails, Bartaco offers a small selection of beers, both Mexican and microbrew, and a dozen mostly inexpensive wines, many of them South American.

From New York Times • Dec. 9, 2012