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steinholding

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

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noun

Meaning 1

A bar game where one holds a full stein (“beer mug”) of beer with a straight arm out front for as long as possible without bending, dipping, or, spilling beer.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: uncountable

Topics: games

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noun

Meaning 2

A competitive sport developed from the game.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: uncountable

Topics: hobbies, lifestyle, sports

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History

Etymology

From stein (“beer mug”) + holding. Calque of German Maßkrugstemmen.

Across languages

Translations

2 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • German: Maßkrugstemmen — Translations
  • German: Masskrugstemmen — Translations