brew

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Sense 1

Meaning · English

The mixture formed by brewing; that which is brewed; a brewage, such as tea or beer. — A serving of beer.

Register: slang

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

Player, give me some brew and I might just chill / But I'm the type that like to light another joint like Cypress Hill

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).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

The mixture formed by brewing; that which is brewed; a brewage, such as tea or beer. — A cup of tea.

Register: slang

Sources & notes

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

Common questions

What does “brew” mean?

The mixture formed by brewing; that which is brewed; a brewage, such as tea or beer. — A serving of beer.

Is “brew” formal or informal?

brew is generally slang.