English · Common Verbs
drink
/drɪŋk/
[/drɪŋk/]
swallow liquid
Beginnerverb
Definition
To take liquid into your mouth and swallow it.
Example
Doctors advise that we drink plenty of water, especially during hot summer days outside.
Doctors advise that we drink plenty of water, especially during hot summer days outside.
Etymology
From Old English 'drincan', of Germanic origin.
How & Where It’s Used
One of the most common verbs in English.