Meaning of the word speakeasy in English
What does speakeasy mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
speakeasy
US /ˈspiːkˌiː.zi/
UK /ˈspiːkˌiː.zi/
Noun
an illicit liquor store or nightclub during Prohibition in the US
Example:
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During the 1920s, many people frequented speakeasies to drink alcohol illegally.
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The hidden entrance to the speakeasy was behind a bookshelf.