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Alcoholism - Dictionary Definition and Overview |
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Alcoholism : (noun)
1: Habitual intoxication; prolonged and excessive intake of
alcoholic drinks leading to a breakdown in health and an
addiction to alcohol such that abrupt deprivation leads
to severe withdrawal symptoms [syn: alcohol addiction,
inebriation, drunkenness]
2: an intense persistent desire to drink alcoholic beverages to
excess [syn: dipsomania, potomania]
Based on WordNet 2.0
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Alcoholism : \Al"co*hol*ism\, n. [Cf. F. alcoolisme.] (Med.)
A diseased condition of the system, brought about by the
continued use of alcoholic liquors.
Based on Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
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Alcoholism : Alcoholism: Physical dependence on alcohol to the extent that stopping alcohol use will bring on withdrawal symptoms. In popular and therapeutic parlance, the term may also be used to refer
to ingrained drinking habits that cause health or social problems. Treatment requires first ending the physical dependence, then making lifestyle changes that help the individual avoid relapse. In some
cases, medication or hospitalization are needed. Alcohol dependence can have many serious effects on the brain, liver, and other organs of the body.
Based on Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)
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Example Usage of Alcoholism |
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