What does un verre d'amitie mean?

Answer 1

Literally, "friendship glass" or "glass of friendship." This expression is more often seen as "verre de l'amitié" when referring to a cocktail party held for a special occasion, where attendees are said to raise a glass in friendship with the guest of honour or with one another. Examples: * on offrira le verre de l'amitié: a glass of friendship will be served * partager le verre de l'amitié (avec quelqu'un): to raise a glass in friendship (with someone) * avant de lever le verre de l'amitié: before raising our glasses in friendship The phrase "verre d'amitié" may also refer to classic-style French glassware which was often found hand-etched in varied designs.