Meaning of the word "Dutch courage" in English
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Dutch courage
US /ˌdʌtʃ ˈkɝː.ɪdʒ/
UK /ˌdʌtʃ ˈkɝː.ɪdʒ/
Idiom
1.
courage inspired by drinking alcoholic liquor
Example:
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He finally asked her out after a few drinks, fueled by a bit of Dutch courage.
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His bravado was nothing more than Dutch courage.
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