(definition) by Webster 1913 Wed Dec 22 1999 at 0:47:11

La"ger beer` (?). [G. lager bed, storehouse + bier beer. See Lair, and Beer.]

Originally a German beer, but now also made in immense quantities in the United States; -- so called from its being laid up or stored for some months before use.

 

© Webster 1913.

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