baptized
Preserved but no longer current.
Also seen as: christened
Meaning · English
Rum, brandy, or any other spirits, that have been lowered with water.
Era: ca. 1811 (Georgian)
Where it’s used:
Origin
British & Irish English
Sources & notes
Historical definition reproduced from Grose’s Dictionary of the Vulgar Tongue (1811 edition, public domain; Project Gutenberg #5402, retrieved 2026-07-31). Reflects the attitudes of its era.
Common questions
What does “baptized” mean?
Rum, brandy, or any other spirits, that have been lowered with water.
Is “baptized” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.