"John Barleycorn" meaning in All languages combined

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Proper name [English]

Etymology: John (commonly used to personify a concept) + barleycorn; barley is used to produce malt, the source of most British alcoholic drink. Head templates: {{en-proper noun|head=John Barleycorn}} John Barleycorn
  1. a personification of alcoholic drink, particularly beer and whisky. Wikipedia link: John Barleycorn Categories (topical): Beer
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