spiritous Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. adjective satellite containing or of the nature of alcohol
    spirituous.
    • spiritous beverages
    • spirituous liquors

WordNet

Spir"it*ous adjective
Etymology
Cf. Spirituous.
Definitions
  1. Like spirit; refined; defecated; pure. R.
    More refined, more spirituous and pure. Milton.
  2. Ardent; active. R.

Webster 1913