Meaning of the word drinker in English

What does drinker mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

drinker

US /ˈdrɪŋ.kɚ/
UK /ˈdrɪŋ.kər/

Noun

1.

a person who drinks alcohol, especially habitually or to excess

Example:
He's known as a heavy drinker.
She's not much of a drinker.
2.

a container from which one drinks

Example:
The bird had a small water drinker in its cage.
The automatic pet drinker ensures fresh water all day.