dram

Meanings

• noun

  A small container for measuring liquids, especially alcohol.

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Pronunciation

1. /dɹæm/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

nip , shot , slug , snifter , tot , bit , mite , pinch , smidge , smidgeon

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with dram
drama , rhythm , climax , rampage

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Homophones

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1. dram (scottish) : A Scottish unit of weight.
   

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Variants

List of all variants of dram that leads to same result
dram , drams , DRAM , DRAMs , fluid dram , fluid drams , fluidram , fluidrams

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Etymology

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Originally from the Greek word 'dráma' meaning 'a drop'.

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Trivia

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1. A dram is equal to approximately 1.77 fluid ounces.

2. The term 'dram' is also used in the pharmaceutical industry to refer to a unit of measurement for drugs.

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Related Concepts

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1. shot glass: A small, tapered glass used for serving and drinking shots of liquor.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'dram' has been used metaphorically to refer to a dose or portion of something, such as a dose of medicine or a dose of criticism.

How to Memorize "dram"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a small container used for measuring liquids, such as a shot glass.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'dram' with the idea of a small measurement or portion.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'DROP' to remember that 'dram' is a 'D'rop, 'R'ight, 'O'ver, 'P'our measurement.

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