Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

caner

noun
/ˈkeɪ.nər/
Definition
A person who engages in or promotes the act of consuming excess amounts of alcohol, often in a social context.
Examples
  • He was known as a caner, always the last one standing at the bar.
  • The caners in our group often challenged each other to drink more.
Meaning
Caner refers to someone who drinks alcohol heavily and frequently, often in parties or social gatherings.
Synonyms
  • Drunkard
  • Tippler
  • Imbibers