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quaffs

/kwɑfs/

VERB

1. Drinking heartily or copiously

To drink a beverage eagerly, enthusiastically, or in large quantities, often swallowing substantial mouthfuls with enjoyment.

1.1. Drinking enthusiastically and with enjoyment

Used to describe consuming beverages with pleasure, enthusiasm, or relish, particularly during social gatherings, celebrations, or moments of relaxation.

Synonyms

Examples

  • He quaffs his morning coffee before starting work, savoring its rich flavor.
  • At the party, everyone quaffs their favorite beverages and enjoys the festivities.
  • As a tradition, the family quaffs hot cocoa together on Christmas Eve by the fireplace.

Related Words

  • beverages
  • refreshments
  • thirst
  • consumption
  • hospitality
  • celebration
  • relish

1.2. Drinking large quantities or quickly

Used when someone consumes a substantial amount of liquid, often rapidly or in several large mouthfuls rather than sipping slowly.

Synonyms

  • gulps
  • guzzles
  • downs
  • belts
  • knocks back
  • puts away
  • ingurgitates
  • swallows

Examples

  • The adventurers pause to quaff water from their canteens after a long hike.
  • After exercising, he quaffs several glasses of cold water to satisfy his thirst.

Related Words

  • gulping
  • swallowing
  • ingestion
  • draught
  • liquid
  • thirst
  • consumption

NOUN

2. A deep or hearty drink

The act of drinking a substantial quantity of liquid at once, or a generous draught of a beverage.

2.1. A substantial drink or draught

Used as a noun to describe a hearty drink or a generous quantity of liquid consumed in a single drinking occasion.

Synonyms

  • draught
  • drink
  • swig
  • gulp
  • slug

Examples

  • He took a hearty quaff of cold water after working in the sun.
  • The weary traveler enjoyed a refreshing quaff at the village inn.

Related Words

  • beverage
  • liquid
  • refreshment
  • thirst
  • drinking
  • consumption