1. a strong alcoholic drink that is green in color and flavored with wormwood and other herbs

Examples

• Absinthe was banned in many countries in the early 20th century.
• The artist ordered a glass of absinthe at the café.
• Traditional absinthe is served with sugar and water.
• Many famous writers were known to drink absinthe.
• The green color of absinthe comes from the herbs used in its production.
• Absinthe has a distinctive anise flavor.