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    Buvant (en. Drinking)

    /by.vɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Who is in the process of drinking.
    The dog is drinking water at the stream.
    Le chien est buvant de l'eau au ruisseau.
    Related to the act of drinking.
    The drinking scene in the film shows characters celebrating.
    La scène buvante du film montre des personnages en train de célébrer.

    Etymology

    Present participle of the verb 'to drink'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    drinking water
    In the process of drinking water.
    buvant d'eau
    drinking like a fish
    Drinking excessively.
    buvant comme un trou

    Related Words

    to drink
    To pass a liquid into the mouth and swallow it.
    boire
    drinker
    Someone who drinks regularly.
    buveur
    refreshment stand
    Place where drinks are served.
    buvette

    Slang Meanings

    Drinking excessively
    He is drinking like a fish after the party.
    Il est buvant comme un trou après la fête.
    Getting drunk
    Tonight, he really plans to be drinking.
    Ce soir, il compte vraiment être buvant.