noun
General Slang
cordial
KOR-dee-ul · noun · informal
A sweet fruit drink concentrate.
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Definitions
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A sweet fruit-flavoured syrup diluted with water to make a drink; squash.
“Pour the kids some cordial.”
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cordial In A Sentence
Pour the kids some cordial.
Origin & Usage
British-derived term retained in Australian usage for the drink concentrate.
People Also Ask
What is cordial in Australia?
Cordial is a sweet fruit-flavoured syrup concentrate that you dilute with water to make a drink — called squash in Britain.
Is cordial the same as squash?
Yes, Australian cordial is essentially the same as British 'squash' — a fruit syrup mixed with water.
How do you drink cordial?
You pour a small amount of the concentrate into a glass and top it up with water to taste.
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