sherry
|sher-ry|
C1
/ˈʃɛri/
fortified Spanish wine
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sherry' originates from Spanish, specifically the word 'Jerez', which is the name of the city in Spain where the wine was produced.
Historical Evolution
'Jerez' was anglicized to 'sherry' in English, and eventually became the modern English word 'sherry'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred specifically to wine from Jerez, but over time it evolved to mean any similar fortified wine, especially those in the style of Jerez.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a type of fortified wine originally from southern Spain, typically drunk as an aperitif.
She poured herself a glass of sherry before dinner.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/08/09 08:25