verb / noun
tipple
TIP-ul/tˈɪpʌl/
The drinking of alcoholic beverages.
The older woman tipples red wine, taking a small sip from her glass.
Etymology
Tipple’s origin is unknown. Its earliest recorded meaning was selling alcoholic liquor by retail; it later described drinking alcohol in small quantities or to excess, shifting the focus from seller to drinker.
More examples
- Her favorite tipple is a glass of red wine.
- They tippled a little wine after the meal.
- She rarely tipples during the workweek.
Forms
tipple · tipples · tippled · tippling
tippler noun — A person who regularly drinks alcohol.