light beer
Definition
Noun: - A type of beer, specifically a lager, that has a reduced alcohol content and typically fewer calories compared to regular beers. It is brewed to be less filling and often has a milder flavor.
Usage
- As a countable noun: Refers to a serving or type of this beer.
- I'll have a light beer, please.
- This bar offers several domestic light beers.
Examples
Advanced Usage
- The term is often used in marketing and menus to distinguish this category from "regular," "premium," or "craft" beers, which typically have higher alcohol by volume (ABV) and more calories.
- In some contexts, "light" can also refer to the beer's color (pale lagers), but the primary meaning in modern usage relates to its reduced alcohol and calorie content.
Variants and Related Words
- Light lager: A more specific term that emphasizes the beer style.
- Low-alcohol beer: A broader category that includes light beer.
- Non-alcoholic beer: A related product containing little to no alcohol, distinct from light beer which still contains alcohol.
Synonyms
- Low-calorie beer
- Reduced-alcohol beer
- Lite beer (a common commercial spelling)
Antonyms
- Regular beer
- Full-strength beer
- High-gravity beer
Noun
-
lager with reduced alcohol content
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