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on_the_rocks
on the rocks
English
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A negroni on the rocks
Adjective
on the rocks (not comparable)
- (idiomatic) Poured over ice, usually in reference to alcoholic drinks.
- Whisky on the rocks
- (idiomatic) In a bad state, particularly of a romantic relationship.
- Joe and Tammy's relationship is on the rocks
Derived terms
- on-the-rocks glass
Antonyms
(alcoholic drink):
- neat (without ice and not ever touching ice or water)
- straight up, straight, up
Translations
poured over ice