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Alcohol

A-lkuh-hahl

/ˈælkʌˌhɑːl/

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alcohol

Dictionary meaning

A liquor or brew containing alcohol as the active agent.

Examples

  • Alcohol (or drink) ruined him.

Synonyms: intoxicant

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