tavern — a pub or inn, especially one in the past
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a pub or inn, especially one in the past
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈtævərn/
Example Sentences
- The GPS kept directing us to a tavern instead of a Starbucks - apparently even technology prefers the old days!
- Shakespeare probably wrote his best lines in a noisy tavern, not a quiet library.
- My uncle's 'tavern' is just his garage with a mini-fridge and some folding chairs.
tavern
NOUN[/ˈtævərn/]
a pub or inn, especially one in the past
Travelers warm up at a roadside tavern after a long winter journey.
The tavern's pattern echoes in the cavern!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin 'taberna', originally meaning a wooden hut or booth made of planks. In ancient Rome, it referred to a shop or workshop, but gradually came to denote a place where alcohol was sold.
Breakdown
Latin 'taberna' (wooden hut, shop) → English 'tavern' (public house serving alcohol). The semantic shift reflects the association of such structures with drinking establishments in Roman commerce.
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📝Examples
“The GPS kept directing us to a tavern instead of a Starbucks - apparently even technology prefers the old days!”
“Shakespeare probably wrote his best lines in a noisy tavern, not a quiet library.”
“My uncle's 'tavern' is just his garage with a mini-fridge and some folding chairs.”
“The old tavern has been serving travelers for over 300 years.”
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