Abv

Pronunciation: /eɪ.biː.viː/

Definitions of abv

noun an abbreviation for 'above'

Example Sentences

A1 ABV stands for alcohol by volume.

A2 The ABV of this wine is 12%.

B1 Consumers should check the ABV of a drink before purchasing.

B2 The ABV of craft beers can vary greatly.

C1 Experts can detect subtle differences in ABV levels.

C2 The ABV regulations are strictly enforced in this country.

Examples of abv in a Sentence

formal The alcohol by volume (ABV) of this wine is 14%.

informal I prefer beers with a higher ABV.

slang Let's grab some brews with a high ABV.

figurative His energy levels were abv the charts during the performance.

Grammatical Forms of abv

• past tense: abved
• plural: abvs
• comparative: more abv
• superlative: most abv
• present tense: abv
• future tense: will abv
• perfect tense: have abved
• continuous tense: are abving
• singular: abv
• positive degree: abv
• infinitive: to abv
• gerund: abving
• participle: abved

Origin and Evolution of abv

First Known Use: 1935 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The abbreviation 'abv' originates from Latin, specifically from the phrase 'alcohol by volume' which is used in the context of measuring the alcohol content in beverages.

Evolution of the word: The term 'abv' has become widely used in the beverage industry to indicate the alcohol content of a drink, and it is now commonly seen on labels and in discussions about alcoholic beverages.