alcohol

Universal Words noun [U] 1 drinks such as beer, wine, etc. that can make people drunk: He never drinks alcohol. * For many young people drinking alcohol is a sign of 'growing up'. * alcohol abuse 2 the colourless liquid that is found in drinks such as beer, wine, etc. and is used in medicines, cleaning products, etc: Wine usually contains about 10% alcohol. * The food and drink industry has responded to the demand for low- and no-alcohol drinks. * levels of alcohol in the blood * He pleaded guilty to driving with excess alcohol. * low-alcohol beer * Choose an alcohol-free skin toner if you have dry skin.