grappa

grap·pa

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Definitions of grappa word

noun grappa an unaged brandy, originally from Italy, distilled from the pomace of a wine press. 1
noun grappa A brandy distilled from the fermented residue of grapes after they have been pressed in winemaking. 1
noun grappa a spirit distilled from the fermented remains of grapes after pressing 0
noun grappa an Italian brandy distilled from the lees left after pressing grapes to make wine 0
noun grappa (Uncountable Noun) An Italian grape-based spirit of between 80 and 100 proof, made from the distillation of pomace. 0
noun grappa (Countable Noun) A variety or serving of grappa. 0

before 1890

One of the 20% newest English words

1890-95; < Italian: grape stalk < Germanic; see grape

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