drink

[drɪŋk]

drink Definition

• 1. a liquid that is taken into the body through the mouth
• 2. an alcoholic beverage

Using drink: Examples

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

• Example

  I need a drink of water.

• Example

  Would you like a drink?

• Example

  He had too much to drink last night.

• Example

  She ordered a drink at the bar.

drink Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for drink

• beverage
• potable
• libation

Idioms Using drink

• drink like a fish

  to drink alcohol excessively

  Example

  He drank like a fish at the party last night.

• drink someone under the table

  to be able to drink more alcohol than someone else without becoming drunk

  Example

  She can drink anyone under the table.

• drink to that

  used to express agreement or approval of something that has been said

  Example

  A: I'm so glad it's Friday. B: Drink to that!

Phrases with drink

• soft drink

  a non-alcoholic beverage

  Example

  I'll have a soft drink, please.

• energy drink

  a beverage that contains caffeine and other stimulants, intended to provide a temporary boost in energy

  Example

  He drinks an energy drink every morning to help him wake up.

• mixed drink

  an alcoholic beverage made by mixing two or more ingredients

  Example

  The bartender made me a delicious mixed drink with vodka and cranberry juice.

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Summary: drink in Brief

The term 'drink' [drɪŋk] refers to a liquid taken into the body through the mouth, including both non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages. Examples include 'I need a drink of water.' and 'She ordered a drink at the bar.' Idioms like 'drink like a fish' and 'drink to that' add color to conversations about drinking.