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Claret - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Claret is a deep red wine, traditionally from Bordeaux, France. The term is also used to describe the dark red color resembling the wine. It often refers to high-quality dry red wines.

claret

/kləˈrɛt/ /ˈklærət/

Definition:

A deep red color, or a dry red wine from Bordeaux.

Synonyms:

burgundy, wine-red, ruby

Part of Speech:

noun, adjective

Antonyms:

white wine, pale

Common Collocations:

claret jug, claret glass, vintage claret

Derivatives:

clareted (rare), claret-colored

Usage Tips:

Use "claret" to describe a rich red hue or refer to Bordeaux wines in formal contexts.

Common Phrases:

"claret and blue, " "drink claret, " "Bordeaux claret"

Etymology:

From Old French "claret," meaning light-colored wine, derived from Latin "clarus" (clear).

Examples:

  • 1. The walls were painted a rich claret shade.
  • 2. She prefers claret over other red wines for its smooth taste.
  • 3. His tie matched the claret upholstery perfectly.
  • 4. They served an excellent vintage claret at the dinner party.

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