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This dates back to a time of intense political rivalry between England and the Netherlands, and was originally a racial slur.
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出典:『Wikipedia』 (2011/07/14 01:07 UTC 版)
Dutch courage or liquid courage refers to courage gained from intoxication by alcohol. Originally the phrase 'Dutch courage' referred to the courage that results from indulgence in Dutch gin (jenever), but 'Dutch courage' can also apply to the gin itself.