POSSET Synonyms
There are 4 hypernyms of the word posset. (close relations)
Definition of POSSET
Best Alternative Words for POSSET
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beverage | nounn | |||||||
noun • any liquid suitable for drinking | ||||||||
brew | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • drink made by steeping and boiling and fermenting rather than distilling verb • prepare by brewing • sit or let sit in boiling water so as to extract the flavor | ||||||||
concoction | nounn | |||||||
noun • any foodstuff made by combining different ingredients • an occurrence of an unusual mixture • the invention of a scheme or story to suit some purpose • the act of creating something (a medicine or drink or soup etc.) by compounding or mixing a variety of components | ||||||||
cup | nounn | |||||||
noun • a small open container usually used for drinking; usually has a handle • the quantity a cup will hold • any cup-shaped concavity • a United States liquid unit equal to 8 fluid ounces • cup-shaped plant organ • a punch served in a pitcher instead of a punch bowl • the hole (or metal container in the hole) on a golf green • a large metal vessel with two handles that is awarded as a trophy to the winner of a competition verb • form into the shape of a cup • put into a cup • treat by applying evacuated cups to the patient's skin | ||||||||
draught | nounn | |||||||
noun • a serving of drink (usually alcoholic) drawn from a keg • a large and hurried swallow • a current of air (usually coming into a chimney or room or vehicle) • the depth of a vessel's keel below the surface (especially when loaded) • a dose of liquid medicine • the act of moving a load by drawing or pulling verb • make a blueprint of | ||||||||
drink | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a single serving of a beverage • the act of drinking alcoholic beverages to excess • any liquid suitable for drinking • any large deep body of water • the act of swallowing verb • take in liquids • consume alcohol • propose a toast to • be fascinated or spell-bound by; pay close attention to • drink excessive amounts of alcohol; be an alcoholic | ||||||||
gulp | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a large and hurried swallow • a spasmodic reflex of the throat made as if in swallowing verb • to swallow hurriedly or greedily or in one draught • utter or make a noise, as when swallowing too quickly | ||||||||
libation | nounn | |||||||
noun • (facetious) a serving of an alcoholic beverage • a serving (of wine) poured out in honor of a deity • the act of pouring a liquid offering (especially wine) as a religious ceremony | ||||||||
potion | nounn | |||||||
noun • a medicinal or magical or poisonous beverage | ||||||||
quaff | verbv | |||||||
noun • a hearty draft verb • to swallow hurriedly or greedily or in one draught | ||||||||
refreshment | nounn | |||||||
noun • snacks and drinks served as a light meal • activity that refreshes and recreates; activity that renews your health and spirits by enjoyment and relaxation | ||||||||
sip | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a small drink verb • drink in sips | ||||||||
tipple | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a serving of drink (usually alcoholic) drawn from a keg verb • drink moderately but regularly | ||||||||
coddle | verbv | |||||||
verb • treat with excessive indulgence • cook in nearly boiling water | ||||||||
cosset | verbv | |||||||
verb • treat with excessive indulgence | ||||||||
pamper | verbv | |||||||
verb • treat with excessive indulgence |