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Alcohol

Alcohol refers to a substance that is commonly used in beverages and has various effects on the human body. It is often categorized as a depressant.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1:

- A colorless volatile liquid formed by the fermentation of sugars, used as a solvent and in the production of alcoholic drinks such as beer, wine, and spirits.

Example Sentence: I can't drink alcohol because I'm allergic to it.

Sense 2:

- Alcoholic drinks in general.

Example Sentence: Let's go to the bar and have some alcohol after work.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1:

- Relating to or containing alcohol.

Example Sentence: She enjoys trying out different types of alcohol cocktails.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense 1:

- To add alcohol to something.

Example Sentence: The recipe recommends alcoholizing the fruit cake for enhanced flavor.

Sense 2:

- To consume alcoholic beverages.

Example Sentence: He tends to alcohol excessively at parties.