margaritas

word · lemma: margarita

Definition

"Margaritas" is the plural form of "margarita," which can mean an alcoholic cocktail made with tequila, lime, and triple sec, or a type of daisy flower.

Usage & Nuances

In American English, "margaritas" most often refers to the drink, especially in social or restaurant contexts; context clarifies whether you mean the cocktail or the flower. The cocktail is usually served with salt on the rim. The flower meaning is less common.

Example Sentences

We ordered two margaritas with extra lime.

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The garden was full of white margaritas.

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She likes to drink margaritas at parties.

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Can we get a pitcher of margaritas for the table?

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Every spring, yellow margaritas bloom along the road.

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It’s Friday night – let’s go out for some margaritas!

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