Quaff

Verb

Definition: To drink (a liquid) heartily or in large amounts.

Synonyms: Gulp, Swig, Imbibe

Antonyms: Sip, Abstain

Examples:
  • After a long run, he quaffed a bottle of cold water.
  • The partygoers quaffed champagne throughout the night.
Mnemonics:
  • Think of "quaff" as a sound someone makes while drinking heartily. "Quaff, quaff!"
  • Imagine watching someone enthusiastically guzzling a large beverage.

Etymology:

Origin:

Middle English 'quaffen', of North Germanic origin; related to Old Norse 'kvef' (to drink heavily or deeply).

Historical Usage:

"Quaff" has been used in English dating back to the 14th century, maintaining its basic meaning of drinking heartily.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Quaff a toast"

Explanation:

To raise and drink a beverage in celebration or as a tribute.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing "quaff" with "sip" or assuming it means to drink casually.

Explanation:

"Quaff" specifically refers to drinking deeply or heartily, not taking small sips.

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