Definition

A type of strong alcoholic drink made from plums, commonly produced in Eastern Europe.

Example

He offered me a glass of slivovic after dinner.

Conversation

Have you ever tried slivovic?

Yeah, I had it at a friend's party last year.

What did you think of it?

It was strong, but really smooth!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Slivovic originates from the Serbo-Croatian word 'šljivovica', which is derived from 'šljiva' (meaning plum) and the suffix '-ica' (indicating a type of drink). Therefore, slivovic refers to a type of brandy made from plums.

Memory Tip

Think of 'plum' ('šljiva') to remember that slivovic is a drink made from plums.

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