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non-drinkers

|non/drink/ers|

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/nɑnˈdrɪŋkərz/

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/nɒnˈdrɪŋkəz/

(non-drinker)

abstaining from alcohol

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non-drinkernon-drinkers
Etymology
Etymology Information

'non-drinker' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'drinker,' which refers to someone who consumes beverages, especially alcohol.

Historical Evolution

'Non-drinker' evolved from the combination of 'non-' and 'drinker' in modern English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'someone who does not drink,' and this meaning has remained consistent over time.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

individuals who abstain from consuming alcoholic beverages.

The event was organized for non-drinkers.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42