Bravery from alcohol.
Dutch courage
DUCH KUR-ij
dʌtʃ ˈkʌrɪdʒ
Noun
Example Sentences
"Need some Dutch courage."
"Bit of Dutch courage."
Etymology & History
British term for alcohol-induced confidence. From Anglo-Dutch wars.
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Region
United Kingdom
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Era
1600s
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Language
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Formality
informal
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