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Definition drink in American English

drink verb

verb
/drɪŋk/
1

to take liquid into your body through your mouth

Example

Everyone stood around drinking cups of coffee.

Example

Drink your orange juice, Thomas.

Example

Rosie drank thirstily from her canteen.

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2

to drink alcohol, especially regularly or too often

Example

My parents don't drink.

Example

The young man had been out drinking with his friends.

Example

The campaign against drinking and driving will continue.

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3

to call someone when drunk

Example

Delete his number from your mobile so you don't drink and dial.

Definition drink in American English