aboveproof
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/əˈbʌvˌpruːf/
higher alcohol content
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aboveproof' originates from English, combining 'above' meaning 'higher than' and 'proof' referring to a standard measure of alcohol content.
Historical Evolution
'aboveproof' has remained relatively unchanged in its form and meaning since its inception in English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'higher than the standard alcohol proof,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a higher alcohol content than the standard proof.
The whiskey was labeled as aboveproof, indicating its high alcohol content.
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Last updated: 2025/04/05 09:06