drinking
Translation
drinking, the consumption of alcohol
Examples
Drinking and driving is dangerous.
Drinking and driving is dangerous.
He has a drinking problem.
He has a drinking problem.
Grammar Patterns
drinking ((and sth.)) - the act of consuming alcohol. Drinking and driving is dangerous.
a drinking ((problem/habit)) - an issue related to alcohol consumption. He has a drinking problem.
Similar Words
Synonyms: alcohol consumption, imbibing
Etymology
From the verb 'drink' plus the gerund suffix '-ing', which forms a noun indicating an action.
Memory Tips
The '-ing' ending turns the verb into a noun representing the action itself. It often refers specifically to consuming alcohol.