Pronunciation: /hɑp.hɛd/

Definitions of hophead

noun a person who is excessively fond of or addicted to hop-flavored beer, especially craft beer

Example Sentences

A1 My friend is a hophead because he loves trying different types of craft beer.

A2 The hophead at the brewery recommended a new IPA for me to try.

B1 As a hophead, she always seeks out the latest limited edition releases from local breweries.

B2 The hophead's extensive knowledge of hops and brewing techniques impressed the beer connoisseurs.

C1 The hophead's discerning palate could distinguish between various hop varieties used in different beers.

C2 Considered a hophead by his peers, the brewmaster was known for creating innovative and complex beer recipes.

Examples of hophead in a Sentence

formal The beer connoisseur was often referred to as a hophead due to his extensive knowledge and appreciation for different types of hops.

informal My friend is such a hophead that he can name every IPA on the menu at our favorite brewery.

slang I didn't realize how much of a hophead he was until he started homebrewing his own beer.

figurative She's a hophead when it comes to trying new things, always eager to explore different flavors and breweries.

Grammatical Forms of hophead

past tense

hopped

plural

hopheads

comparative

more hophead

superlative

most hophead

present tense

hop

future tense

will hop

perfect tense

have hopped

continuous tense

is hopping

singular

hophead

positive degree

hophead

infinitive

to hop

gerund

hopping

participle

hopping

Origin and Evolution of hophead

First Known Use: 1903 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The word 'hophead' originated in the United States during the early 20th century.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a person who is addicted to or excessively fond of hops, especially in the context of beer, the term 'hophead' has evolved to also refer to someone who is a fan of craft beer or a beer connoisseur.