Wayne’s Word – guzzle

It’s a little nod to Wayne’s World, but instead of ‘party time, excellent’ (if you are aware of the cult nineties classic) I will be diving into one WORD each day. It could be something I learned, something bizarre that happened, a favourite word that I have rediscovered or just a thought that won’t leave me alone.

If you’re joining in on today’s word, feel free to use this tag to connect your post to the series: #WaynesWord

Today’s word is GUZZLE.

To guzzle is to drink greedily, no sips, no savouring, just straight-up drinking like you’ve been lost in the desert. The word has a wonderfully untidy sound to it, and that is very fitting as guzzling is not a refined act.

Originating from 16th-century English, guzzle was once used to describe excessive drinking, especially alcohol. I love this word and in Northern Ireland we use it a lot, more so in an over exaggerated way to make fun of loved ones in a friendly manner.