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Guinness

A dark Irish dry stout, brewed by Guinness brewery, known for its creamy head and distinct bitter flavor. / The Guinness World Records (formerly The Guinness Book of Records), a reference book listing world records for the most extreme human achievements and natural phenomena.

/ˈɡɪn.ɪs/

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pl: Guinnesses

The term carries a strong cultural association with Irish identity and pub culture, evoking images of a heavy, dark liquid topped with a thick white foam. It is rarely used as a generic term for stout, but rather as a specific brand name that has become synonymous with the style.

When referring to the book of records, the word suggests an air of ultimate authority and eccentricity. It transforms from a beverage into a symbol of human extremity and the desire for global recognition.

Uncountable when referring to the liquid beer in general. Countable when referring to the book of records or a specific serving of the drink.

💬Casual Conversation

🎬Karen discovering an empty bottle in the recycling bin while Chloe is in her room.
Karen Smith

Did you really finish off the Guinness last night? You're not even 21.

Did you really finish off the Guinness last night? You're not even 21.

Karen Smith
Chloe Smith
Chloe Smith

Relax, it was just one. Adulting is hard.

Relax, it was just one. Adulting is hard.

Meanings

Noun

A dark Irish dry stout, brewed by Guinness brewery, known for its creamy head and distinct bitter flavor.

He ordered a pint of Guinness at the local pub.

Noun

The Guinness World Records (formerly The Guinness Book of Records), a reference book listing world records for the most extreme human achievements and natural phenomena.

She checked the Guinness to see if her collection was the largest in the world.

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