Ouzo

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈuːzəʊ/
• Rhymes: -uːzəʊ

Origin

From Greek ούζο, either from Turkish üzüm ("grape") or from the Italian uso Massalia (for use in Marseille) stamped on selected silkworm cocoons exported from Tyrnavos in the 19th century, standing for "superior quality". Other: from the ancient greek word όζω - οσμή (ózo - osmí = smell) because of the strong smell of the drink.

Full definition of ouzo

Noun

1. (uncountable) An anise-flavoured liqueur, popular in Greece.
2. (countable) A serving of this drink.