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swiller


Meanings
  • noun

    A person who consumes alcoholic beverages excessively or repeatedly.

    - "John is a swiller and drinks every night."
    - "The swiller at the bar ordered another round."

Variants
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swill , swilled , swiller , swillers , swilling , swills
Etymology
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Originally derived from the Old English word 'swilan' meaning 'to swallow'.


Trivia
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  1. The term 'swiller' has been used in literature since the 16th century.

  2. In some cultures, 'swillers' are considered to be a nuisance and are often avoided in social situations.


Related Concepts
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  1. alcoholic: Related to the excessive consumption of alcohol.

  2. alcoholism: A chronic and often relapsing brain disorder characterized by the consumption of alcohol in excess and other alcohol-related problems.


Culture
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In literature, 'swiller' has been used to describe a character with an excessive drinking problem. In music, there is a song titled 'The Swiller' by the band 'The Heavy'.

How to Memorize "swiller"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a person holding a glass of alcohol, taking a large gulp, and continuing to drink excessively.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'swiller' with the image of a person drinking excessively.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Sips When Inebriated Likely Leads To Excessive Drinking' to remember the meaning of 'swiller'.


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