wet bar

noun

: a bar for mixing drinks (as in a home) that contains a sink with running water

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Included in this expansion are a wet bar, a gas log fireplace, and a kitchenette with an eating area. — James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 9 Aug. 2026 Her husband even has a laundry room and wet bar included in the layout of his bedroom. — Tabitha Parent, PEOPLE, 29 July 2026 Standing out is a fireside living room, which connects to a wet bar and a step-down billiards room. — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 27 July 2026 The living room, meanwhile, was large enough for an intimate cocktail party, with a wet bar and plenty of comfortable seating. — Denny Lee, Travel + Leisure, 26 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for wet bar

Word History

First Known Use

1967, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of wet bar was in 1967

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“Wet bar.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wet%20bar. Accessed 13 Aug. 2026.

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