Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

toper

noun
/ˈtoʊpər/
Definition
A person who drinks alcohol excessively; a habitual drinker.
Examples
  • After another late night at the bar, it was clear that Jack was becoming quite the toper.
  • She was known as a toper in her circle, always the last one to leave the party.
Meaning
The term ‘toper’ refers to someone who frequently indulges in drinking alcohol, often to the point of intoxication.
Synonyms
  • drunkard
  • winebibber
  • lush
  • alcoholic
  • soaker