noun
- the crime of driving a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs
Usage: acronym for 'driving under the influence'; legal/law enforcement term; common in U.S. English
Examples
- He was arrested for DUI after failing the breathalyzer test.
- A DUI conviction can result in fines, license suspension, and jail time.
- The police officer suspected DUI when the driver swerved between lanes.
- Many states have strict penalties for a first-time DUI offense.
- She lost her job after being charged with DUI.