1. the act of consuming liquids
2. the consumption of alcoholic beverages

1. suitable for drinking

Examples

• Drinking water is essential for good health.
• The doctor advised him to limit his drinking.
• She enjoys drinking tea in the afternoon.
• Drinking and driving is dangerous and illegal.
• The camping trip required bringing drinking water.
• His excessive drinking became a problem.
• The fountain provides clean drinking water for visitors.