booze

[buːz]

booze Definition

• 1. alcoholic drink
• 2. to drink alcohol, especially heavily

Using booze: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "booze" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  He drank too much booze at the party and got sick.

• Example

  She likes to booze with her friends on weekends.

• Example

  The store sells a variety of booze including wine, beer, and whiskey.

booze Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for booze

• alcohol
• liquor
• spirits
• drink
• intoxicate

Phrases with booze

• booze cruise

  a leisurely boat ride or tour that involves drinking alcohol

  Example

  We went on a booze cruise along the river and had a great time.

• booze-up

  a party or gathering where people drink alcohol

  Example

  They're having a booze-up at their house tonight.

• booze hound

  a person who drinks alcohol excessively

  Example

  He's a bit of a booze hound and can't go a day without a drink.

Origins of booze

originated from Middle Dutch 'busen', meaning 'to drink to excess'

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Summary: booze in Brief

The term 'booze' [buːz] refers to alcoholic drinks or the act of drinking alcohol, often to excess. It is used in phrases like 'booze cruise,' which denotes a leisurely boat ride involving alcohol, and 'booze-up,' which refers to a party or gathering where people drink alcohol. 'Booze hound' is an informal term for someone who drinks excessively.