drinks 1 of 2

verb

Definition of drinksnext
present tense third-person singular of drink
1
as in sips
to swallow in liquid form the doctor wants her to drink lots of water before the examination

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2
as in boozes
to partake excessively of alcoholic beverages we're worried that she's started drinking again

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3
as in absorbs
to take in (something liquid) through small openings the hot surface of the porous rock drank water like a sponge

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drinks

2 of 2

noun

plural of drink
1
as in beverages
a liquid suitable for drinking we went inside to have a drink after mowing the lawn

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2
as in gulps
the portion of a serving of a beverage that is swallowed at one time the thirsty soldier took a long drink from his canteen

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3
as in liquors
a distilled beverage that can make a person drunk you can get drinks at the bar only if you show them a valid ID

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for drinks
  1. absorbs
  2. beverages
  3. liquors
  4. alcohols
  5. swallows
Verb
  • This dust absorbs light from the core, reddening it and making the dust appear rusty brown.
    Alan Taylor, The Atlantic, 9 Dec. 2024
  • The lightweight formula absorbs quickly, leaving my cuticles soft and hydrated without any greasy residue, and the subtle, elegant scent is such a treat.
    Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of absorbs
Noun
  • With Americans still exhibiting high rates of obesity, added sugars under the microscope, and consumers demanding better-for-you foods and beverages, healthier LNCS are poised for strong growth.
    Hank Cardello, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Study after study confirms that the number 1 reason consumers prefer to purchase foods and beverages is taste.
    Hank Cardello, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of beverages
Noun
  • According to research, dark liquors like bourbon and brandy contain higher levels of congeners, or the chemicals produced during the fermentation process that give an alcohol its distinctive taste, smell and color.
    Andee Tagle, NPR, 26 Nov. 2024
  • Some kinds of liquors may make hangovers more unpleasant.
    Andee Tagle, NPR, 26 Nov. 2024
Definition of liquors
Noun
  • Sugar alcohols are carbohydrates that contain 1/2 to 1/3 of the calories of traditional sugar.
    Jamie Johnson, Verywell Health, 27 Nov. 2024
  • Sugar alcohols are naturally found sweeteners derived from plants like fruits and vegetables.
    Jamie Johnson, Verywell Health, 27 Nov. 2024
Definition of alcohols
Verb
  • Besides honey, no other food or drink should be given after a child swallows a battery.
    Adrianna Rodriguez, USA TODAY, 28 Nov. 2024
  • If a child swallows a battery, the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia also warns against trying to induce vomiting, giving any medication, drinking milk or water or trying the Heimlich maneuver.
    Adrianna Rodriguez, USA TODAY, 28 Nov. 2024
Definition of swallows
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