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swizzle stick

noun

Etymology

1859, from swizzle (“alcoholic drink”, noun).

Definitions

  1. A small utensil, often disposable, used to mix or stir drinks, commonly iced tea or…

    A small utensil, often disposable, used to mix or stir drinks, commonly iced tea or cocktails.

    • The rum-based mixed drink came with a swizzle stick shaped like a pirate's sword.
    • Churn up the mixture with a swizzle-stick, which can be easily made with the assistance of a short length of cane (the ordinary school-treat brand) a piece of cork, a bit of string, and a pocket knife.
    • And as a neon swizzle stick is stirring up the sultry night air

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