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speakeasy

noun

speak·​easy ˈspēk-ˌē-zē How to pronounce speakeasy (audio)
plural speakeasies
: a place where alcoholic beverages are illegally sold
specifically : such a place during the period of prohibition in the U.S.

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web Its sister, Shelby, a swanky speakeasy serving unique cocktails and small plates out of an old bank vault, is hidden behind a secret door. Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 14 Sep. 2022 The story begins during Prohibition, when former Ziegfeld girl Helen Gallagher and gambler, later husband, Jack Solomon opened a speakeasy that was quickly turned into a Broadway area steakhouse when liquor became legal again. John Mariani, Forbes, 17 Aug. 2022 Leo Lounge, a speakeasy that celebrates femininity, opened in its own space on July 9 above the new Tauro Cocina, 1758 N Water St. Jordyn Noennig, Journal Sentinel, 20 July 2022 There’s even an underground speakeasy with a secret jungle entrance and a DJ booth that can be staffed upon request. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 29 Aug. 2022 The bar next door felt like a speakeasy that had come clean. Washington Post, 19 Jan. 2022 Shhh: The Medina County Historical Society is opening a speakeasy. Sam Boyer, cleveland, 19 Aug. 2022 Strong Black Lead at Cascade, as well as an Instagram speakeasy party that included a performance by Mariah The Scientist. Breanna Bell, Variety, 17 Aug. 2022 The speakeasy at 119 S. Seventh St. originally opened as a bar in August of 2021. Olivia Evans, The Courier-Journal, 12 Aug. 2022 See More

Word History

First Known Use

1889, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of speakeasy was in 1889

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