Meaning & Definition of Booze in English
English⟶
Booze
Alcoholic drinks.
Pronunciation:
/buːz/Part of Speech:
nounPlural:
boozesDetailed Definitions
Definition: A slang term for alcoholic beverages.
Example Sentence: We went out for some booze after work.
Definition: Typically refers to informal or cheap alcohol.
Example Sentence: He always brings the best booze to the party.
Etymology
Origin: Middle English 'bouse' meaning to drink heavily, possibly from Low German 'būsen'.
Synonyms
alcoholliquorspiritsdrinksintoxicants
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.
Translations
- Spanish: bebida alcohólica
- French: alcool
- German: Schnaps
- Russian: алкоголь
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.