"Adam's ale" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Etymology: Attested 1643. Reference to the only drink available to Adam, the first man in the biblical tradition, while in Eden. Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} Adam's ale (uncountable)
  1. (humorous, idiomatic) Water. Wikipedia link: Adam's ale Tags: humorous, idiomatic, uncountable Synonyms: Adam's wine
    Sense id: en-Adam's_ale-en-noun-0hdTSGWU Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries, Beverages, Water
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