Meaning & Definition of word "Sherry"

Sherry

/ˈʃɛri/

1. A fortified wine from the Jerez region of Spain, typically characterized by its dry or sweet flavor profile.
- Example: She served a glass of sherry as an aperitif before the meal.
2. A type of wine that is usually enjoyed during celebrations or paired with specific foods.
- Example: The chef recommended a sweet sherry to complement the dessert.
3. A drink made from fermented grape juice, often enjoyed in social settings.
- Example: After the meeting, they relaxed with a sherry on the patio.

From Spanish 'Jerez', referring to the city in Spain where the wine is produced.

dry sherry:

Refers to sherry that is not sweet, typically enjoyed as an aperitif.

sweet sherry:

Refers to the sweeter varieties of sherry served typically with dessert.

sherry cask:

Refers to barrels made from oak wood that previously held sherry, used in aging other spirits.

Jerez:

The region in Spain where sherry is produced.

fortified wine:

Wine to which a distilled spirit, usually brandy, has been added.

aperitif:

An alcoholic drink served before a meal to stimulate the appetite.

Meaning: Used humorously to refer to someone who is sweet or charming.

Example Sentence: Look at you, you little sherry, always brightening the room!

Meaning: A playful term for someone's close friend or partner.

Example Sentence: Hey, sherry, let's grab some dinner later!