/buːz/

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Meaning

An informal word for alcoholic drinks like beer and wine.

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Word origin

From Middle Dutch busen, meaning to drink heavily; used in English slang since the Middle Ages.

Origin
Middle Dutch
Root
busen

Examples

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Booze is an informal word for alcoholic drinks.

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"Stay off the booze" means to stop drinking alcohol.

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Use booze with friends, not in formal writing.

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This word is taught in chapter 32, lesson 6: booze, dope, asset and 7 more words.