drinks

A2 · Elementary Plural noun

n. a social gathering where people meet to have beverages, often alcohol.

n. a social occasion or informal gathering centered around the consumption of beverages.

“Would you like to go for drinks after work on Friday?”

“The department organized informal drinks to celebrate the successful completion of the quarterly audit.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Plural noun Sports British English

n. a short break during a sports match for players to rest and hydrate.

n. a scheduled intermission in a sporting match, particularly cricket, to allow players to hydrate.

“The players headed to the pavilion for drinks as the temperature rose.”

“The umpire called for drinks midway through the afternoon session to ensure the players remained hydrated in the intense heat.”