Meaning & use
stein
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a large mug, typically made of stoneware or pottery, traditionally used for drinking beer.
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He raised his stein and toasted the newlyweds.
The pub sold souvenir steins decorated with the local crest.
A note on using this word
Stein comes from German and often refers specifically to ornate beer mugs associated with German beer halls and Oktoberfest.
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mugtankard
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