Phrase guide

lemon martini

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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Pronunciation

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  • UK: /ˈlɛmən mɑːˈtiːni/
  • US: /ˈlɛmən mɑɹˈtini/
  • Southern-England: Recorded audio is listed in the source snapshot.
  • rhymes with -iːni

1

noun

Meaning 1

A martini with a lemon slice or lemon zest.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

A cocktail made with vodka, lemon juice, and an orange liqueur, often sweetened with syrup and served in a martini glass, sometimes with a sugared rim.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: lemontini, lemon drop martini

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

A lemon variation of a martini, which itself comes from various theories and etymologies, ranging from the Italian brand of vermouth Martini & Rossi, perhaps after the Martinez, California city, or based on an unknown Italian bartender of that name.