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toddy Definition

toddy (tädē)

noun pl. toddies -·dies

    1. the sweet sap of various East Indian palms, used as a beverage
    2. an alcoholic liquor made by fermenting this sap
  1. a drink of brandy, whiskey, etc. with hot water, sugar, and often spices

Etymology: Anglo-Ind < Hindi tāṛī, fermented sap of palmyra tree < tāṛ, palm tree < Sans tāla, palmyra

toddy Usage Examples

Preposition: before

  • bedtime: If you don't fancy a hot toddy before bedtime, warm up with the Hot Teddy instead.

Modifies a noun

  • glass: Pour into a hot toddy glass, stir and serve.

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