Bitter

Bitter

BIT-ur /หˆbษชtษ™/
Noun United Kingdom

Bitter beer. A pint of Bitter.

Example Sentences

"A pint of bitter, please."
"I prefer bitter to lager."

Etymology & History

British pale ale, less hopped than IPA, served at cellar temperature. Named for hop bitterness. Late 19th century popularity. Traditional pub drink. Served in pints or halves.

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Victorian
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Language
Mild
๐Ÿ’ฌ
Formality
Informal
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