Definitions for public house
pub·lic house

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. public house, pub, saloon, pothouse, gin mill, taphousenoun

   tavern consisting of a building with a bar and public rooms; often provides light meals

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. public housenoun

   An establishment licensed to sell alcoholic beverages to be consumed on or off the premises; they often provide meals and sometimes accommodation.

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1. public house

   A pub (short for public house) is a drinking establishment licensed to serve alcoholic drinks for consumption on the premises. The term first appeared in the late 17th century, and was used to differentiate private houses from those which were open to the public as alehouses, taverns and inns. Today, there is no strict definition, but CAMRA states a pub has four characteristics: is open to the public without membership or residency serves draught beer or cider without requiring food be consumed has at least one indoor area not laid out for meals allows drinks to be bought at a bar (i.e., not only table service)The history of pubs can be traced to taverns in Roman Britain, and through Anglo-Saxon alehouses, but it was not until the early 19th century that pubs, as they are today, first began to appear. The model also became popular in countries and regions of British influence, where pubs are often still considered to be an important aspect of their culture. In many places, especially in villages, pubs are the focal point of local communities. In his 17th-century diary, Samuel Pepys described the pub as "the heart of England".Although the drinks traditionally served include draught beer and cider, most also sell wine, spirits, tea, coffee, and soft drinks. Many pubs offer meals and snacks, and so-called gastro-pubs serve food in a manner akin to a restaurant. A licence is required to operate a pub and the licensee is known as the landlord or landlady, or the publican. Often colloquially referred to as their "local" by regular customers, pubs are typically chosen for their proximity to home or work, good food, social atmosphere, the presence of friends and acquaintances, and the availability of pub games such as darts or snooker. Pubs often screen sporting events, such as rugby and football. The pub quiz was established in the UK in the 1970s.

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1. public house

   A public house, often referred to as a pub, is an establishment licensed to sell alcoholic drinks for consumption either on or off the premises. They are typically a social gathering place where individuals can meet for conversation, food, entertainment, and drink. Many pubs also offer accommodation and may have facilities for games, live music, or other forms of entertainment. They originated in the UK but can now be found worldwide.

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1. public houseadjective

   A form of housing in public tenure

   The house is a public house so it belongs to the Government and has a life time agreement with the resident of the house.

   
   

   Submitted by MaryC on December 16, 2023  

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of public house in Chaldean Numerology is: 4

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of public house in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5

References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=public house
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Public_House
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_House
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