Rummer (Noun)
Meaning
A large drinking glass (ovoid bowl on a stem) for drinking toasts.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The rummer was raised high in a toast to the newlyweds.
- At the Renaissance festival, tavernkeepers filled rummers with frothy ale for thirsty patrons.
- The antique dealer specialized in selling intricately decorated rummers from the 18th century.
- As the clock struck midnight, friends clinked their rummers together in celebration of the new year.
- In colonial America, rummers were a staple in many households, used for both everyday drinking and special occasions.