quaff
UK: kwɒf | US: kwɑːf
vt. to drink (a beverage, especially an alcoholic one) heartily or in one gulp
vi. to drink deeply or excessively
The word "quaff" likely originated in the early 16th century, possibly imitative in nature, mimicking the sound of gulping or swallowing liquid. It may also have roots in Middle Low German quassen ("to overindulge in drink") or Old English cwæscan ("to crush, squeeze"), though its exact lineage remains debated. The word evokes a vivid image of hearty, enthusiastic drinking, often associated with merriment or excess.
The warriors gathered to quaff ale after their victory.
He quaffed the entire glass of wine in one swift motion.
Medieval feasts often featured guests quaffing mead from large goblets.
She laughed as her friend tried to quaff the fizzy drink too quickly.
The tavern echoed with the sound of revelers quaffing their drinks.