nondrinker

noun

non·​drink·​er ˌnän-ˈdriŋ-kər How to pronounce nondrinker (audio)
Synonyms of nondrinkernext
: a person who abstains from alcoholic beverages
nondrinking
ˌnän-ˈdriŋ-kiŋ How to pronounce nondrinker (audio)
adjective

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a variety of nonalcoholic drinks for the nondrinkers at the party
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There's plenty for nondrinkers, too. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 May 2026 The risk of ischemic heart disease was lower than that of nondrinkers at all six drinking levels. — Ars Technica, 17 Jan. 2025 For the drinker-nondrinker, Dry January might feel like a nice reset or a worthwhile experiment. — Senior Wine Critic, San Francisco Chronicle, 8 Jan. 2026 The theory is that the lowest point of the curve is those who are moderate drinkers and have the lowest risk of disease and mortality compared to nondrinkers and heavy drinkers. — Jocelyn Solis-Moreira, Health, 9 June 2023 See All Example Sentences for nondrinker

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First Known Use

1899, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of nondrinker was in 1899

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“Nondrinker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nondrinker. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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