dram

Norwegian

noun-m1
Definitions
  • a dram, nip, shot usually of brandy

Etymology

Derived from English dram (small unit of liquid) derived from Old French drame derived from Latin drachma derived from Ancient Greek δραχμή (a handful, unit of weight, a drachma).

Origin

Ancient Greek

δραχμή

Gloss

a handful, unit of weight, a drachma

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