grenadine

noun

gren·​a·​dine ˌgre-nə-ˈdēn How to pronounce grenadine (audio)
ˈgre-nə-ˌdēn
1
: an open-weave fabric of various fibers
2
: a moderate reddish orange
3
: a syrup flavored with pomegranates and used in mixed drinks

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Fresh lime juice and grenadine blend together to enhance the strawberry flavor in this can't-be-beat drink. Nellah Bailey McGough, Southern Living, 4 July 2026 At Harrah’s Resort Southern California, a cocktail made with grenadine, orange juice, citrus vodka mixed, blue curacao and a rainbow straw. Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026 There’s also Unicorn Fuel ($10), a shooter made of rum, orange juice, pineapple juice, and grenadine that comes garnished with a gummy peach ring. Anne Ewbank, Sacbee.com, 10 June 2026 To make it at home, grab some vodka, grenadine, and your favorite soda. Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for grenadine

Word History

Etymology

French, from grenade coarse silk fabric, pomegranate

First Known Use

1826, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of grenadine was in 1826

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“Grenadine.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grenadine. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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