Word Meaning

bitters definition and meaning

n. AA turn of the cable which is round the bitts.
v. t. Having a peculiar, acrid, biting taste, like that of wormwood or an infusion of hops; as, a bitter medicine; bitter as aloes.
v. t. Causing pain or smart; piercing; painful; sharp; severe; as, a bitter cold day.
v. t. Causing, or fitted to cause, pain or distress to the mind; calamitous; poignant.
v. t. Characterized by sharpness, severity, or cruelty; harsh; stern; virulent; as, bitter reproach.
v. t. Mournful; sad; distressing; painful; pitiable.
n. Any substance that is bitter. See Bitters.
v. t. To make bitter.
n. pl. A liquor, generally spirituous in which a bitter herb, leaf, or root is steeped.

Crossword clues for bitters

- Acrid
- acrid to taste
- Acrimonious
- Beer that’s too cold?
- Beer with a high hop content
- Harsh tasting
- vengeful