Imbibe (Verb)
Meaning 1
Receive into the mind and retain; "Imbibe ethical principles".
Classification
Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.
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Meaning 2
Take in, also metaphorically; "The sponge absorbs water well"; "She drew strength from the minister's words".
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
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Meaning 3
Take in liquids; "The patient must drink several liters each day"; "The children like to drink soda".
Classification
Verbs of eating and drinking.
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- Gulp
- Swig
- Guzzle
- Swill
- Sip
- Bolt Down
- Belt Down
- Pour Down
- Drink Down
- Suck
- Drain The Cup
- Guggle
- Kill
- Lick
- Lap
- Toss Off
- Down
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Meaning 4
Take (gas, light or heat) into a solution.
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.