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Definition of barleywine

barleywine

/ˈbɑːr.liˌwaɪn/
bar · ley · wine
Plural:barleywines
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barleywine Lexical Profile

barleywine Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A style of strong, full-bodied ale originating in England, brewed from malted barley to achieve a high alcohol content comparable to that of wine.

Example

"The craft brewery released a rich, oak-aged barleywine that had been cellared for two winters."

Word Nuance & Usage

Despite its name, barleywine is strictly a style of strong ale brewed from malted grain rather than a wine fermented from grapes or other fruit.

• Nearby Words

barky
barleria
barley
barleywine
barline
barmaid
barman

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Barleywine. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/barleywine
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