bitters

bitters
1. An alcoholic liquor in which bitter vegetable substances ( e.g., quinine, gentian) have been steeped. 2. Bitter vegetable drugs ( e.g., quassia, gentian, cinchona), usually used as tonics. SYN: amara.
- aromatic b. b. with a pleasant aromatic flavor.

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bit·ters 'bit-ərz n pl a usu. alcoholic solution of bitter and often aromatic plant products used esp. in preparing mixed drinks or as a mild tonic

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bit·ters (bitґərz) a medicinal agent that has a bitter taste; used as a tonic, alterative, or appetizer.

Medical dictionary. 2011.

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