Eggnog

/ˈɛɡˌnɔɡ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A rich, creamy beverage traditionally made with milk, cream, sugar, and beaten eggs, often flavored with nutmeg and sometimes containing alcohol, served during the holiday season.

We enjoyed a warm cup of eggnog by the fireplace during our Christmas gathering.

A drink made with beaten eggs, milk, and sugar, sometimes including alcoholic spirits such as rum or bourbon.

The recipe calls for cinnamon and bourbon to give the eggnog a warm, festive flavor.

A festive beverage that is often served at holiday parties, typically associated with Christmas and New Year's celebrations.

Every holiday season, she makes a big batch of homemade eggnog for her family and friends.

Etymology

Possibly derived from the phrase 'egg and grog', with 'grog' referring to a spirit.

Common Phrases and Expressions

eggnog season

The time of year when eggnog is commonly consumed, usually around Christmas.

to have one's eggnog spiked

To add alcohol to eggnog, enhancing its flavor.

Related Words

nutmeg

A spice commonly used to flavor eggnog.

milk

A key ingredient in making eggnog.

Slang Meanings

A party drink that gets everyone in the holiday mood.

Let's get some eggnog flowing to kick off the festivities!

A festive way to describe a light-hearted gathering.

We're having an eggnog gathering this weekend!