speakeasy

• Nom désignant un bar clandestin ou une boîte de nuit illégale où l'on vendait des boissons alcoolisées pendant la prohibition aux États-Unis.

A noun referring to an illegal bar or nightclub that sold alcoholic beverages during the Prohibition era in the United States.

1. Illegal bar during ProhibitionB2informalamerican

   An establishment that illegally sold alcoholic beverages during the Prohibition era in the United States (1920-1933).

   bar clandestin

   • The speakeasy was hidden behind a fake bookstore.
   • They found a secret speakeasy in the basement of the hotel.
   • During Prohibition, speakeasies were the only places to get a drink.

   Synonymesshebeen

2. Modern retro barB2informal

   A contemporary bar styled to resemble the secret bars of the Prohibition era, often with hidden entrances and vintage decor.

   Bar clandestin rétro

   • We went to a trendy speakeasy in Brooklyn last night.
   • The speakeasy had a password required for entry.
   • This modern speakeasy serves classic cocktails in a dimly lit room.