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intoxicant
noun
in·tox·i·cant
in-ˈtäk-si-kənt
: something that intoxicates
especially
: an alcoholic drink
intoxicant
adjective
Synonyms
Examples of intoxicant in a Sentence
The use of intoxicants and stimulants is prohibited.
He was driving under the influence of intoxicants.
Recent Examples on the Web
The deputy reported Payne had a strong odor of intoxicants, glassed over and watery eyes and monotone and lethargic speech, according to the affidavit.
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Tracy Neal, arkansasonline.com, 29 July 2024
Police smelled the odor of intoxicants coming from Espino, then noticed multiple open cans of Crown Royal Peach Tea Whisky in Espino's vehicle.
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Adrienne Davis, Journal Sentinel, 19 July 2024
Checkpoint locations are chosen based on a history of crashes and arrests involving drivers under the influence of intoxicants, the release said.
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Sarah Linn, Sacramento Bee, 24 June 2024
Do not drink and operate a boat; alcohol and other intoxicants affect judgment, balance, vision and coordination.
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Phaedra Trethan, USA TODAY, 2 July 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1757, in the meaning defined above
Dictionary Entries Near intoxicant
Cite this Entry
“Intoxicant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/intoxicant. Accessed 19 Aug. 2024.
Kids Definition
intoxicant
noun
in·tox·i·cant
in-ˈtäk-si-kənt
: something that intoxicates
especially
: an alcoholic drink
intoxicant
adjective
Medical Definition
intoxicant
noun
in·tox·i·cant
in-ˈtäk-si-kənt
: something that intoxicates
especially
: an alcoholic drink
called also inebriant
intoxicant
adjective
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