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Definition of drinker

drinker

/ˈdrɪŋ.kɚ/
Plural:drinkers
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• noun

1

A person who regularly or excessively consumes alcoholic beverages.

Example

"After years of being a heavy drinker, he decided to give up alcohol entirely for his health."

2

A person who drinks a specified beverage or consumes liquids in a specified manner or amount.

Example

"As an avid coffee drinker, she appreciates freshly roasted beans from local cafes."

3

A container or mechanical device designed to supply drinking water to poultry or livestock.

Example

"The farmer cleaned and refilled the automatic poultry drinker inside the coop."

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• Rhymes for drinker

• Nearby Words

drink
drinkability
drinkable
drinker
drinking
drip
dripfeed

Word Origin & Etymology

From Old English 'drincere', formed from the verb 'drincan' (to drink) and the agentive suffix '-ere' (-er).

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