imbibe
/ɪmˈbaɪb/ · im·bibe
verb
- to drink a liquid, especially a beverage She imbibed a glass of wine with dinner.
- to absorb or take in information, ideas, or experiences The audience imbibed the speaker's words, hanging on every phrase.
noun
- the act of drinking a liquid The imbibing of coffee helped her stay awake during the long drive.
Did you know? The word 'imbibe' has been used in various contexts, including literature and poetry, to describe the act of drinking and absorbing knowledge, emotions, or experiences.