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    Sot

    /sɒt/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    A habitual drunkard; someone who is frequently intoxicated.
    Despite his talent, he squandered his opportunities because he became known as a sot among his peers.
    A person who drinks to excess.
    The old man in the village was regarded as a sot, often seen stumbling home from the tavern.
    A foolish or worthless person.
    He felt like a sot for investing all his savings into a failing business.

    Etymology

    Middle English 'sotte', from Old French 'sot', from Latin 'sottus'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    sot in his cups
    A sot who is currently drunk.
    old sot
    An elderly person known for their drinking habits.

    Related Words

    drunk
    A state of intoxication due to alcohol consumption.
    intoxicated
    Affected by alcohol or drugs.

    Slang Meanings

    A heavy drinker.
    He's such a sot, always in the pub.
    A person who drinks excessively.
    They called him a sot for never missing happy hour.