advocaat
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/ˈædvəˌkɑt/
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/ˈædvəˌkɑːt/
egg-based liqueur
Etymology
Etymology Information
'advocaat' originates from Dutch, specifically the word 'advocaat,' where 'advocaat' meant 'lawyer' or 'advocate,' but in this context, it refers to the drink.
Historical Evolution
'advocaat' changed from the Dutch word 'advocaat' and eventually became the modern English word 'advocaat.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'lawyer' or 'advocate' in Dutch, but over time it evolved into its current meaning of a type of liqueur.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/05/16 08:06
