Meaning & Definition of word "Booze"

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    Booze

    /buːz/

    noun:

    • 1. Alcoholic drink.
      • Example: They went to the bar to enjoy some good booze with friends.
    • 2. Liquor; strong drink.
      • Example: He prefers to drink craft beers over any hard booze.
    • 3. Alcoholic beverages in general.
      • Example: The party was full of music and plenty of booze.

    verb:

    • 1. To drink alcohol, especially excessive amounts.
      • Example: They boozed it up all night at the celebration.

    Etymology

    Middle English 'bouse' meaning to drink heavily, possibly from Low German 'būsen'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    booze cruise:

    A boat trip where alcohol is a main feature.

    booze hound:

    A person who enjoys drinking alcohol excessively.

    hit the booze:

    To start drinking alcohol.

    Related Words

    spirits:

    Distilled alcoholic beverages with a high alcohol content.

    brew:

    A beverage made by steeping and boiling ingredients, often refers to beer.

    pub:

    A public house or tavern where alcoholic drinks are served.

    Slang Meanings of booze

    Meaning: Tipple

    Example Sentence: He enjoys a little tipple on the weekends.

    Meaning: Grog

    Example Sentence: The sailors were given grog as part of their ration.

    Meaning: Joe

    Example Sentence: Let's grab a bottle of Joe for the game.