Meaning & Definition of word "Tumbler"

Tumbler

/ˈtʌm.blɚ/

1. A drinking glass, typically without a handle, used for serving beverages.
- Example: He poured the whiskey into a tumbler and took a sip.
2. A container, usually with a lid, used for shaking or mixing drinks.
- Example: She used a shaker tumbler to prepare the cocktail.
3. A toy figure that stands upright and returns to an upright position when tipped over.
- Example: The children were fascinated by the tumbling toy that always righted itself.
4. A rounded or spherical object that can roll, often used in games or toys.
- Example: He placed the colorful tumblers in a line for the kids to knock over.

Middle English, originally referring to a cup for drinking, from the verb 'tumble,' to roll.

tumbler of whiskey:

A glass containing whiskey, typically neat or on the rocks.

tumbler in gymnastics:

A performer who executes acrobatic rolls and flips.

glass:

A receptacle used for drinking.

beaker:

A cylindrical glass container used for laboratory purposes.

mug:

A large cup, typically with a handle, used for hot drinks.

Meaning: A tumbler can refer to a person who enjoys drinking alcoholic beverages.

Example Sentence: He's a real tumbler, always at the bar on weekends.

Meaning: Informally, it can refer to someone who tumbles or rolls in a social context, often carefree.

Example Sentence: She’s such a tumbler at parties, always going with the flow.