OUZO

Meaning

An anise-flavoured aperitif, originating in Greece.

Etymology

Origin: Ancient Greek

From Greek ούζο (oúzo), either from Turkish üzüm (“grape”) or from the Italian uso in Marsiglia (“for use in Marseille”) stamped on selected silkworm cocoons exported from Tyrnavos in the 19th century, standing for “superior quality”. Other: from the ancient Greek word ὄζω (ózō, “to smell”) - ὀσμή (osmḗ, “smell”) because of the strong smell of the drink.

Synonyms & Antonyms

NYT Puzzle Appearances

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