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Horlicks

Pronunciation: /ˈhɔːlɪks/
Definition of Horlicks

noun

[mass noun] trademark
  • a drink made from malted milk powder.

Phrases

make a Horlicks of

British informal make a mess of.

Origin:

late 19th century: named after James and William Horlick, British-born brothers whose company first manufactured the drink in the US

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