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quaff

verb

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Meaning

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To drink (a beverage, especially an alcoholic one) heartily or in large quantities.

Example Sentence

The thirsty travelers stopped at the inn to quaff large mugs of ale.

Usage Note

Describes the action of drinking something, often an alcoholic drink, with gusto or in large amounts. It's often used in a slightly formal, historical, or literary context to convey a sense of hearty enjoyment or excessive consumption.