John Barleycorn
Speech parts
1. John Barleycorn - Noun
2. John Barleycorn - Proper noun
Meaning
an alcoholic beverage that is distilled rather than fermented
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liquor
booze
hard liquor
spirits
strong drink
hard drink
peg
hooch
alcohol
bottle
sauce
juice
lush
moonshine
libation
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Examples
John Barleycorn got up again, And sore surprised them all.
By the time Norris held a mock funeral parade to "bury John Barleycorn " in 1919, the Acre had become a part of Fort Worth history.
If all goes well, you’ll be able to come by the 30-seat cafe this Thursday—it’s opening in the former John Barleycorn space.