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quaff

/kwɒf/

/kwɑf/

quaffnoun

quaffs

/kwɒf/

/kwɑːf/

Translations

lampéeUne gorgée abondante, prise avec plaisir.

He took a quaff of the ale, savoring its rich flavor.

Il a pris une lampée d’ale, savourant sa riche saveur.

Additional translations

gorgéePlus neutre ; une prise de boisson ample ou profonde.

Definitions

A hearty or copious drink.

He took a quaff of the ale, savoring its rich flavor.

The act of quaffing; a deep or hearty draft of liquid.

With a single quaff, she emptied the mug.

quaffverb

quaffed

Past Simple

quaffed

Past Participle

quaffing

Gerund

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Translations

boireÀ grandes gorgées, souvent en parlant d’une boisson alcoolisée.

After the long hike, they quaffed the cold beer with great satisfaction.

Après la longue randonnée, ils ont bu la bière fraîche à grandes gorgées avec beaucoup de satisfaction.

Additional translations

sifflerFamilier ; se dit surtout d’un alcool bu d’un trait ou avec entrain.

Definitions

To drink (a beverage) copiously or in large swallows, especially an alcoholic one, with great enjoyment.

After the long hike, they quaffed the cold beer with great satisfaction.

Synonyms