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Dram Meaning in English

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释义

A small drink of whisky or another alcoholic liquor, especially in Scotland; also, an old unit of weight or volume. Sometimes used to mean a small amount of something.

用法与细微差别

Mainly used in British and Scottish English to mean 'a small drink of whisky.' Usually informal and often in expressions like 'a wee dram.' Can also refer to a very old unit of measurement (rare in modern use). Not used for non-alcoholic drinks.

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A pharmacist measured out a dram of medicine.

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Can I have just a dram to taste, please?

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After a long walk, they enjoyed a wee dram by the fire.

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You look tired—how about a dram to lift your spirits?

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Just a dram of hope kept him going through tough times.

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He poured a dram of whisky into his glass.

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