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speakeasy

speakeasy
Noun
pl: speakeasies

The term carries a strong historical association with the 1920s Prohibition era in the United States, evoking images of jazz, clandestine meetings, and rebellion against legal restrictions. It suggests a sense of exclusivity and danger, where entry was granted only to those with a password or a personal connection.

In contemporary usage, the word describes a stylistic choice rather than actual illegality. Modern speakeasies are legal businesses that use "hidden" entrancessuch as fake vending machines or unmarked doorsto create a curated experience of mystery and prestige for their clientele.

Meanings

Nounspeakeasy

A modern bar or club designed to mimic the atmosphere and secrecy of a Prohibition-era illegal drinking den, often featuring a hidden entrance.

The city is seeing a revival of the speakeasy trend with bars hidden behind fake storefronts.

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