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grogshop

noun

ˈgräg-ˌshäp

Definition of grogshop

chiefly British

as in tavern

a place of business where alcoholic beverages are sold to be consumed on the premises last saw them heading down to the local grogshop for a pint of beer

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Noun

Bayzo's pub is analogous to an English tavern, with creamy cups of clam chowder and a piano likely to launch you into Elton John renditions.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
The restaurant carries the fantasy theme into its food and atmosphere, designed to feel like a tavern straight out of a Dungeons & Dragons campaign.

— Beret Leone, CBS News, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of tavern

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And this little Piggy also has its own pub, just a short walk down the road to ensure some exercise before that first pint of Stroud Brewery ale.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
Together and apart, Saville and Boty worked and played at the acme of a hip London artistic scene very different from the folk music pubs.

— Sean Wilentz, Rolling Stone, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of pub

Noun

With its white wooden façade and old-school saloon feel, stepping inside can feel a little like traveling back in time, but Gruene Hall is still very much part of the present.

— Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 23 Sep. 2026
The stunning saloon offers up a number of bespoke details inspired by its pint-sized namesake, some of which were made from abalone shells.

— Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of saloon

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Within a tight radius there’s an ever-increasing collection of boutiques, full-service spas and wellness facilities, Pilates studios, cafes, bars and restaurants featuring fare from around the globe.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Oct. 2026
The Sox’s pitching plans are a daily mystery, and worries over Grant Taylor’s right arm falling off have become nightly debates in South Side bars.

— Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of bar

Noun

In Miami, Daniela Fuentes styled hair for clients and performed in drag at a nightclub called Azúcar.

— ABC News, ABC News, 8 Oct. 2026
People under 21 are not allowed to enter or stay inside bars or nightclubs in California that only sell alcohol, according to the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control.

— Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of nightclub

Noun

There’s a Cedric Grolet patisserie for next-level sweets, and a watering hole called The Berkeley Bar & Terrace that keeps things jazzy, especially after a martini or two.

— Katharine Sohn, Architectural Digest, 2 Oct. 2026
His new spot, taking over the former Spokes Coffee location, will be part-eatery, part watering hole, part caffeination station.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of watering hole

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