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Translate files Drinking
/ˈdrɪŋ.kɪŋ/
Meaning & Definition
noun
The act or process of consuming a liquid.
Drinking water is essential for staying hydrated.
A social activity involving the consumption of alcoholic beverages.
They went out for drinking after work.
verb
The act of consuming liquid, particularly alcoholic beverages.
She enjoys drinking herbal tea in the evenings.
The act of swallowing a liquid, often for hydration.
He was drinking water after his workout.
Etymology
Middle English drenching, from Old English drincan.
Common Phrases and Expressions
drinking like a fish
To drink alcohol excessively.
drinking game
A game that involves consuming alcohol as part of the rules.
drink to your health
To make a toast or wish someone well with a beverage.
Related Words
beverage
A drink, especially one other than water.
hydration
The process of causing something to absorb water.
alcohol
A chemical substance that is the intoxicating ingredient in drinks.
Slang Meanings
Take a shot
Let's take a shot before we start the party!
Blow one back
He blew one back right before the game started.
Hit the sauce
After a tough week, he decided to hit the sauce over the weekend.
Wet one's whistle
Let's stop at the bar and wet our whistles.