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watering hole
watering holen.1. A small natural depression in which water collects, especially a pool where animals come to drink.2. Informal A social gathering place, such as a bar or saloon, where drinks are served: "a Warsaw restaurant that was once a cosmopolitan watering hole for actors and writers" (Newsweek). In both senses also called water hole.watering hole n 1. (Zoology) a pool where animals drink; water hole 2. (Brewing) facetious slang a pub wa′tering hole`
n. 1. a pool where animals go to drink; water hole. 2. Also called watering place , wa′tering spot`.a bar, nightclub, or other social gathering place where alcoholic drinks are sold. Thesaurus| Noun | 1. |  watering hole - a health resort near a spring or at the seasidespa, watering placepump room - a pump house at a spa where medicinal waters are pumped and where patrons gatherplayground, resort area, vacation spot - an area where many people go for recreation |
Translationswatering hole
watering hole1. A source of water where animals congregate to drink, especially in an arid environment. Because animals are made vulnerable while drinking, watering holes are an especially popular hunting ground for predators in the desert.2. A bar, pub, or tavern, especially one at which one spends a lot of time. This is by far my favorite watering hole in the entire city. If you're looking for Larry, chances are good he's at some watering hole or another getting wasted.See also: hole, waterwatering hole 1. Lit. a place where there is water for animals (and people) to drink. The elephants came down to the watering hole and chased away the lions so they could drink in peace. 2. Fig. a bar or tavern. Fred is down at the local watering hole boozing it up.See also: hole, waterwatering hole a pub or bar. informal humorous euphemistic The expression developed from the original literal sense, ‘a waterhole where animals regularly drink’.See also: hole, waterwatering hole n. a tavern. Now this place is one of my favorite watering holes. See also: hole, waterwatering hole
watering hole1. a pool where animals drink; water hole 2. Facetious slang a pub watering hole
Synonyms for watering holenoun a health resort near a spring or at the seasideSynonymsRelated Words- pump room
- playground
- resort area
- vacation spot
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