Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

alkies

Noun

/ˈæl.kiːz/

Definition

A colloquial term used to refer to people who regularly consume alcohol, often implying a negative connotation about their drinking habits.

Examples

Many alkies struggle to maintain healthy relationships due to their drinking habits.
His friends began to distance themselves because he was becoming one of the alkies at the bar.

Meaning

The term ‘alkies’ is derived from ‘alcoholics’ and is commonly used in informal contexts to describe individuals who have a habitual dependence on alcoholic beverages.