What does drinking mean?
Drinking means An act or session by which drink is consumed, especially alcoholic beverages..
Drinking
/ˈdɹɪŋk.ɪŋ/ · noun
Meaning
An act or session by which drink is consumed, especially alcoholic beverages..
Definitions by Sense
- An act or session by which drink is consumed, especially alcoholic beverages.
- Suitable to drink.
- Used to drink.
- Addicted to alcohol.
- Pertaining to alcohol consumption, especially in excess.
- present participle and gerund of drink
Example Sentences
Some say drinking is a vice.
For quotations using this term, see Citations:drinking.
drinking water
a drinking glass
Are they a drinking person?
drinking companions
Synonyms for drinking
Antonyms for drinking
Related Words
Word Forms
- drinkings
- more drinking
- most drinking
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for drinking?
Common synonyms include potation, crapulence, drink, imbibition.
What is the opposite of drinking?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use drinking in a sentence?
Some say drinking is a vice.
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