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Meaning of louche

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

louche

Pronunciation:/luːʃ//luʃ/

verb

Definitions

  1. To make (an alcoholic beverage, e.g. absinthe or ouzo) cloudy by mixing it with water, due to the presence of anethole. This is known as the ouzo effect.

    Example: Certain anise-flavored drinks have developed a mystique based on the exotic appearance of louching.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Of questionable taste or morality; decadent.

  2. Not reputable or decent.

  3. Unconventional and slightly disreputable in an attractive manner; raffish, rakish.