experimental expatriate United States writer (1874-1946)
"Ernest Hemingway met Stein, who became a mentor to him during his time in Paris."
A beer mug, usually made of ceramic or glass.
"He lifted his heavy stein to clink glasses with the bartender."
In plain English: A stein is a large, sturdy mug often used for drinking beer at German festivals.
"He ordered an ice-cold beer in a large decorative stein at the pub."
Usage: A stein refers specifically to a large, often ornate beer mug typically associated with German culture and festivals like Oktoberfest. It is distinct from generic drinking vessels due to its traditional handle and lid design rather than the material it may be made from today.
A patronymic surname, from given names from a Scots diminutive of Stephen.
"After researching his family tree, John discovered that Stein was indeed a patronymic surname derived from the Scottish diminutive of Stephen."
The word "stein" comes from the German term for "stone." It likely originated as a shortened form of words meaning "stoneware" or "stone pitcher," and it is related to the Old English word for a stone jug.