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boozer

/ˈbuː.zər/
booz · er
Plural:boozers
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• noun

1

A person who drinks alcoholic beverages regularly and to excess (informal).

Example

"Everyone in the neighborhood knew him as a habitual boozer who spent most of his evenings at the corner tavern."

2

British A pub, bar, or tavern where alcoholic drinks are served (informal, also Australian and New Zealand).

Example

"After the football match, the fans headed straight to the nearest boozer for a couple of pints."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In North American English, 'boozer' almost exclusively refers to a person who drinks alcohol excessively, whereas in British and Australian informal usage it very commonly means a local pub or bar.

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the 19th century from the verb 'booze' (from Middle English 'bousen', borrowed from Middle Dutch 'busen', meaning to drink heavily) plus the agentive suffix '-er'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Boozer. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/boozer
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