Etymology

Virgin Mary

Today it means: A drink made with tomato juice and spices, resembling a Bloody Mary, but without alcohol. Full definition →

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Virgin Mary · proper noun1

From virgin + Mary, from the belief that Mary was still a virgin when she bore Christ.

Virgin Mary · noun2

Blend of virgin + bloody mary, from non-alcoholic drinks being labelled "virgin", the referent being the person who drinks them without being "sullied" or "tainted" by alcohol.

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