noun
bock
BAHK/bˈɑk/
A strong lager beer of German origin.
The dark bock has a compact, cream-colored head.
Etymology
Ambock reflects a dialectal pronunciation of “Einbeck beer,” named for where it was first brewed. The beer’s name was popularly associated with German Bock, “goat.”
More examples
- The brewery releases its seasonal bock in spring.
- The menu lists several German-style bocks.
- She notices the bock's strong, malty flavor.
Forms
bock · bocks