Definition

A type of dark red wine, especially one from the Bordeaux region of France.

Example

They served claret with the roast beef at the dinner party.

Conversation

Have you ever tried a good claret wine?

Yeah, I had one last month, and it was really nice!

I love how smooth a good claret can be.

Definitely! It pairs so well with dinner.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Claret originates from the Old French word *claret*, meaning a type of light red wine. The term is derived from the Latin *clarus*, meaning clear or bright, which refers to the wine's color. Thus, claret refers to a clear, bright red wine.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'clear' ('clarus') to remember that 'claret' refers to a bright red wine.

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