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hock

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hock: see wine wine, alcoholic beverage made by the fermentation of the juice of the grape. So ancient that its origin is unknown, wine is mentioned in early Egyptian inscriptions and in the literature of many lands.
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hock1
1. the joint at the tarsus of a horse or similar animal, pointing backwards and corresponding to the human ankle
2. the corresponding joint in domestic fowl
hock2
1. any of several white wines from the German Rhine
2. (not in technical usage) any dry white wine


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I don't know much about the cellars, but there is some cabinet hock, I believe--"
The Malefactor by Oppenheim, E. Phillips View in context
The Prince sipped his wine - a cabinet hock of rare vintage - and found it good.
The Yellow Crayon by Oppenheim, E. Phillips View in context
Professor Erlin prided himself on his skill in preparing this mild intoxicant, and after supper the large bowl of hock and soda, with scented herbs floating in it and wild strawberries, was placed with solemnity on the round table in the drawing-room.
Of Human Bondage by Maugham, W. Somerset View in context
 
 
 
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