English · Slang Attested

baptize

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Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

Of rum, brandy, or any other spirits, to dilute with water.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

pha loãng với nước

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Where it’s used: Used American English

There's a good tavern nearby where they don't baptize liquor!

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

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Common questions

What does “baptize” mean?

Of rum, brandy, or any other spirits, to dilute with water.

Is “baptize” formal or informal?

baptize is generally archaic, slang.

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