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julep

Pronunciation: /ˈdʒuːlɛp/
Definition of julep

noun

  • a sweet flavoured drink made from a sugar syrup, sometimes containing alcohol or medication.
  • short for mint julep.

Origin:

late Middle English: from Old French, from medieval Latin julapium, via Arabic from Persian gulāb, from gul 'rose' + āb 'water'

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