canary wine
Definition
Noun: * A sweet white wine from the Canary Islands: Canary wine is a type of fortified wine, historically famous, produced on the Canary Islands, Spain. It is characterized by its sweetness and pale color.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The merchant's ship was laden with barrels of Canary wine.
- In the 17th century, Canary wine was a popular export to England.
- He offered his guests a glass of sweet Canary wine.
Advanced Usage
- Historical/Literary Context: The term often appears in historical texts or classic literature to denote a specific, valued commodity of past eras.
- Shakespeare's characters sometimes call for a cup of Canary.
Variants and Related Words
- Canary (noun): An informal, shortened form sometimes used historically to refer to Canary wine.
- "A pint of Canary," he said to the tavern keeper.
Synonyms
- Fortified wine: A broader category of wines, including sherry and port, to which spirits have been added.
- Dessert wine: A general term for sweet wines typically served with dessert.
Related Phrases/Idioms
- None commonly associated directly with "Canary wine." The term itself is specific and primarily used literally.
Noun
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a sweet white wine from the Canary Islands
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