drinks
n. US //ˈdɹɪŋks// UK //dɹˈɪŋks// drinks
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1 a social event (n.) B1 Intermediate Informala social gathering where people meet to have beverages together.
an informal social occasion centred on the consumption of beverages, often alcoholic.
ExampleWould you like to go for drinks after work on Friday?
ExampleThe department organised a round of drinks to celebrate the successful completion of the quarterly audit.
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2 a break in a game (n.) B2 Upper Intermediate British English Sporta short break during a sports match for players to have a drink.
a scheduled intermission in a sporting match, particularly cricket, to allow players to rehydrate.
ExampleThe players headed to the sideline for drinks as the sun got hotter.
ExampleThe umpires called for drinks midway through the afternoon session to ensure the players remained hydrated in the extreme heat.