drinking
verb/ˈdrɪŋkɪŋ/
Frequency rank: #1,459 most common English word
Meaning
The act of taking liquid into the body through the mouth.
Example sentence
She was quietly drinking water to stay hydrated.
Synonyms & related words
- consuming
- sipping
- swallowing
- gulping
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