drink

UK: drɪŋk | US: drɪŋk

Definition

  1. v. to take liquid into the mouth and swallow it

  2. n. a liquid intended for consumption

  3. n. an alcoholic beverage

Structure
drink <to swallow liquid>
Etymology

The word "drink" originates from Old English drincan, meaning "to swallow liquid." It is a Germanic root shared with Dutch drinken and German trinken. The word has retained its core meaning across centuries, though its usage expanded to include alcoholic beverages. As a monomorphic word, it cannot be split further without losing its original spelling integrity.

Examples

  1. She drinks water every morning to stay hydrated.

  2. Would you like a drink before dinner?

  3. He drank too much at the party last night.

  4. This café serves the best cold drinks in town.

  5. In some cultures, drinking tea is a daily ritual.