Definition

A type of cider that is usually stronger and made through natural fermentation, often with a rough texture and taste.

Example

He enjoyed a glass of scrumpy while sitting in the garden.

Conversation

Have you ever tried scrumpy?

No, I haven't. What's that like?

It's a really strong cider, usually homemade and super tasty.

Sounds interesting! I’d love to give scrumpy a try sometime.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Scrumpy originates from the dialectal English word 'scrump', meaning to steal or to take fruit from someone else's orchard. The term is often associated with a type of rough cider made from unbruised apples, particularly in the West Country of England. Thus, 'scrumpy' refers to a type of cider that is made from apples that may have been taken from orchards without permission.

Memory Tip

Think of 'scrump' as taking apples from someone else's orchard, which helps you remember that 'scrumpy' is a type of cider made from those apples.

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