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Eating, Drinking, and Serving Food - Alcohol Consumption

Here you will learn some English words related to alcohol consumption such as "hangover", "tipsy", and "toast".

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Words Related to Eating, Drinking, and Serving
to drink
to drink
[Verb]

to consume alcohol as a habit or for pleasure

Ex: It 's important to drink responsibly and know your limits when consuming alcohol at social events .
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to abuse
to abuse
[Verb]

to consume substances such as alcohol or drugs beyond acceptable or recommended levels

Ex: Teens are often educated about the dangers of peer pressure and the potential to abuse substances like cigarettes and alcohol .
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to sober up

to reduce the effects of alcohol in a person's system

Ex: In emergency situations , medical professionals work diligently to sober up patients and address any health risks .
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to swill
to swill
[Verb]

to quickly and often carelessly consume large amounts of liquid, particularly alcoholic drinks

Ex: In celebration , they swilled a concoction of tropical fruit juices at the beach .
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to toast
to toast
[Verb]

to express good wishes or congratulations, usually by raising a glass and drinking in honor of a person, event, or achievement

Ex: At the retirement party, colleagues gathered to toast John's years of dedicated service, wishing him a happy and relaxing future.
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to lace
to lace
[Verb]

to add a splash or small amount of a potent alcoholic drink to another beverage for flavor or added strength

Ex: The bartender skillfully laced the margarita with a float of Grand Marnier .
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to knock back

to drink quickly or consume a beverage in a rapid or forceful manner

Ex: The athletes had knocked back energy drinks before the race to boost their performance .
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to booze
to booze
[Verb]

to drink alcohol, especially in large quantities and often habitually

Ex: The bar was filled with people looking to booze and enjoy a lively atmosphere .
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to belt down

to quickly and significantly consume a drink, typically an alcoholic one in large quantities

Ex: He bragged about belting down pints .
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to carouse

to engage in lively, noisy, and often excessive drinking and celebration, especially in a social gathering or festive setting

Ex: After the victory , they caroused with champagne .
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to cut off

to cease serving alcoholic drinks to an individual

Ex: The bartender had to cut off the customer after noticing signs of severe intoxication .
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to revel
to revel
[Verb]

to joyfully and enthusiastically enjoy festivities, often involving drinking

Ex: As the clock struck midnight , the crowd began to revel in the New Year .
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to tipple
to tipple
[Verb]

to regularly enjoy drinking alcohol without excess

Ex: She prefers to tipple a bit of whiskey to unwind in the evening .
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pub crawl
pub crawl
[noun]

an outing where participants visit multiple pubs or bars in one session, usually drinking along the way

Ex: Everyone joined the pub crawl after work .
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proof
proof
[noun]

a scale for measuring the strength of alcoholic beverages

Ex: The term "proof" originated from a test where gunpowder soaked in alcohol would still ignite if the spirit was sufficiently strong .
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high
high
[noun]

a feeling of euphoria caused by drugs or alcohol

Ex: The intense high left him feeling invincible , but it quickly faded .
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happy hour

a time when bars offer discounted prices on drinks to attract customers

Ex: The local brewery has a fantastic happy hour with discounted craft beers .
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hangover
hangover
[noun]

a feeling of illness one feels after drinking an excessive amount of alcohol

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Dutch courage

the strength or confidence that is obtained from drinking an excessive amount of alcoholic drinks

Ex: Having a drink or two for Dutch courage is not a healthy way to cope with stress or fear.""She took a sip of wine to help her find some Dutch courage before confronting her ex-partner.
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designated driver

a person chosen to abstain from alcohol and ensure the safe transportation of others who have been drinking

Ex: The night 's designated driver is key for a safe celebration .
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cheers
cheers
[interjection]

used as a casual way to say goodbye

Ex: They said, "Cheers!"before hanging up the call.
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delirium tremens

a serious alcohol withdrawal condition causing confusion, hallucinations, and tremors

Ex: Excessive alcohol intake can lead to delirium tremens, a dangerous withdrawal syndrome .
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alcoholism

a medical condition caused by drinking an excessive amounts of alcohol on a regular basis

Ex: Research has shown a correlation between stress and an increased risk of alcoholism.
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Alcoholics Anonymous

an international organization with a spiritually inclined twelve-step program designed to help people who are trying to stop drinking alcohol

Ex: Alcoholics Anonymous offers a non-judgmental space where members can share their challenges and successes in overcoming alcohol addiction .
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driving under the influence

the act of operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs to the extent that it impairs the person's ability to drive safely

Ex: The campaign aims to raise awareness about the dangers of driving under the influence and encourage safer driving habits.
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DWI
DWI
[noun]

a term used in some jurisdictions to refer to the act of operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs

Ex: Many accidents on the road happen because someone was driving while intoxicated.
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drunk
drunk
[Adjective]

having had too much alcohol and visibly affected by it

Ex: He became drunk after consuming several glasses of wine at the party .
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alcoholic
alcoholic
[Adjective]

excessively consuming alcohol and struggling to control or stop this habit

Ex: David 's alcoholic aunt 's relationships suffered as she prioritized drinking over spending time with loved ones .
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sloshed
sloshed
[Adjective]

drunk from consuming a significant amount of alcohol

Ex: By the end of the night , they were all a bit sloshed but in high spirits .
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tipsy
tipsy
[Adjective]

lightly intoxicated from alcohol

Ex: We were tipsy but still able to walk home safely .
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plastered
plastered
[Adjective]

heavily drunk, often to the point of being visibly clumsy and lacking control

Ex: By the end of the party, he was completely plastered and couldn't stand straight.
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blind drunk
blind drunk
[Adjective]

extremely intoxicated or drunk, to the point where one's senses and judgment are severely disabled

Ex: She became blind drunk at the party and could n't remember how she got home .
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buzz
buzz
[noun]

the feeling of being intoxicated or under the influence of substances such as alcohol, caffeine, or recreational drugs

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drunken
drunken
[Adjective]

affected by alcohol to the extent of being visibly intoxicated

Ex: The party was lively, with people dancing and becoming drunken with laughter.
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hammered
hammered
[Adjective]

having consumed excessive alcohol to the point of extreme intoxication

Ex: She was hammered and could barely stand when the cab arrived.
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inebriated
inebriated
[Adjective]

affected by alcohol

Ex: Becoming inebriated can impair judgment, so drink responsibly.
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intoxicated
intoxicated
[Adjective]

under the influence of alcohol or drugs to the point of being unable to think or act clearly

Ex: The bartender refused to serve any more alcohol to the visibly intoxicated patron.
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wasted
wasted
[Adjective]

heavily intoxicated by alcohol, often to the point of being impaired or unconscious

Ex: She was wasted and kept laughing at everything her friends said.
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wino
wino
[noun]

a person who habitually drinks cheap wine or is perceived as constantly drunk

Ex: The wino squinted and offered advice nobody wanted .
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drunk
drunk
[noun]

a person who is in a state of intoxication resulting from the consumption of excessive alcohol

Ex: The park bench was occupied by a drunk muttering to himself.
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drunkard
drunkard
[noun]

a person who drinks alcohol excessively or habitually

Ex: She left her husband when he turned into a full-blown drunkard.
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sober
sober
[Adjective]

not under the influence of alcohol or drugs

Ex: The support group helps individuals stay sober after completing rehab .
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teetotal
teetotal
[Adjective]

completely avoiding alcohol

Ex: His teetotal approach made him the designated driver for every event .
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rehab
rehab
[noun]

‌the process of helping someone who has a problem with drugs or alcohol to lead a normal life again

Ex: She felt hopeful after starting her rehab, seeing progress in her recovery .
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sobriety
sobriety
[noun]

not being under the influence of alcohol or drugs

Ex: The support group provided a safe space for individuals seeking sobriety.
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teetotaller

a person who abstains completely from alcoholic drinks

Ex: His commitment to a healthy lifestyle led him to become a dedicated teetotaller.
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