open bar

noun

: a bar (as at a wedding reception) at which drinks are served free compare cash bar

Examples of open bar in a Sentence

They had a buffet and an open bar at the reception.
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For this price, everyone can have their own cabin and enjoy daily breakfast, lunch, and one dinner, as well as an open bar. Carole Rosenblat, Travel + Leisure, 21 Jan. 2025 During the Presidential Burgundy Experience, guests can also take advantage of the full-service open bar available all throughout the meal, while the following morning brings the opportunity to enjoy an elegant brunch served in the comfort of the suite. Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025 This was a problem because the intimate wedding had an open bar. Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 12 Jan. 2025 Two-hour open bar packages from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. are available for $100 per person. Melinda Sheckells, The Hollywood Reporter, 29 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for open bar 

Word History

First Known Use

1947, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of open bar was in 1947

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“Open bar.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/open%20bar. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.

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