Associations to the word «Claret»

Wiktionary

CLARET, noun. (chiefly British) A dry red wine produced in the Bordeaux region of France, or a similar wine made elsewhere.
CLARET, noun. A deep purplish-red colour, like that of the wine.
CLARET, noun. (colloquial) blood. Often used in a sporting context eg 'He spilt some claret'.
CLARET, adjective. Of a deep purplish-red colour, like that of claret.
CLARET, noun. (soccer) someone connected with Burnley Football Club, as a fan, player, coach etc.

Dictionary definition

CLARET, noun. A dark purplish-red color.
CLARET, noun. Dry red Bordeaux or Bordeaux-like wine.
CLARET, verb. Drink claret; "They were clareting until well past midnight".

Wise words

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