martini

UK: mɑːˈtiːni | US: mɑːrˈtiːni

Definition

  1. n. a cocktail made with gin (or vodka) and dry vermouth, typically garnished with an olive or a twist of lemon.

Structure
Mart <Martini & Rossi (brand name)>ini <diminutive or brand suffix>
Etymology

The word "martini" originates from the brand name Martini & Rossi, an Italian producer of vermouth. The cocktail likely evolved in the late 19th or early 20th century, with the name being shortened and adapted. The suffix "-ini" may reflect Italian diminutive forms or simply brand association. Over time, "martini" became a generic term for the drink, regardless of the vermouth brand used.

Examples

  1. She ordered a dry martini with a twist of lemon.

  2. The bartender shook the martini until it was perfectly chilled.

  3. James Bond famously prefers his martini "shaken, not stirred."

  4. A classic martini is made with gin and dry vermouth.

  5. He sipped his martini slowly, enjoying the crisp flavor.