Definition

A type of Mexican alcoholic drink made from the fermented juice of certain agave plants, often clear in color.

Example

He enjoyed a glass of mescal while sitting by the fire.

Conversation

Have you ever tried mescal?

Yeah, I had it at that Mexican restaurant last week!

What did you think of the mescal?

I really liked it; it had a smoky flavor that was unique.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Mescal originates from the Nahuatl word 'mexcalli', meaning 'agave'. It refers specifically to a distilled alcoholic beverage made from the agave plant, primarily produced in Mexico.

Memory Tip

Think of the Nahuatl word for agave, 'mexcalli', to remember that mescal is a drink made from the agave plant.

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