digestif

/dɪˈdʒɛstɪf/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of liquor served after a meal to aid digestion, typically a cognac or brandy.

“The host offered his guests a fine digestif to round off the evening.”

2. noun

A substance that aids digestion, especially a medication or supplement.

“The doctor prescribed a digestif to help the patient recover from a stomach virus.”

Synonyms

  • after-dinner drink
  • digestive

Antonyms

  • carbuncle
  • indigestion