spir·it·ous /ˈspɪrətəs/
Spir·it·ous a.
1. Like spirit; refined; defecated; pure. [R.]
More refined, more spirituous and pure. --Milton.
2. Ardent; active. [R.]
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spiritous
adj : containing or of the nature of alcohol; "spiritous
beverages"; "spirituous liquors" [syn: spirituous]