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alcoholic Definition and Meaning in English (alcoholic definition)

noun
Synonyms:drunkardinebriate
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Alcoholic definition: A person who suffers from alcoholism, a chronic disease characterized by uncontrolled drinking and preoccupation with alcohol.

Definitions of Alcoholic

  1. 1noun

    A person who suffers from alcoholism, a chronic disease characterized by uncontrolled drinking and preoccupation with alcohol.

  2. 2adjective

    Containing alcohol, or relating to, caused by, or suffering from alcoholism.

Example Sentences

casual

“He was an alcoholic for many years before he sought help.”

formal

“The doctor advised him to avoid all alcoholic beverages.”

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Alcoholic definition: A person who suffers from alcoholism, a chronic disease characterized by uncontrolled drinking and preoccupation with alcohol.
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