Bender

usgb/ˈbendər/
noun

A period of heavy drinking.

He went on a three-day bender.
Visual representation of "bender" - A period of heavy drinking

Often appears as...

  • go on a bender
  • weekend bender

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Informal

Colloquial

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Colloquial Usage

Used informally, often among friends referring to heavy drinking.

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After breaking up with his girlfriend, Mike has been on a bender.
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Negative Connotation

Implies excessive or uncontrolled alcohol consumption, usually seen in a bad light.

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Her bender left her with a massive hangover and a lot of regret.
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Not Professional

Avoid using 'bender' in formal or professional contexts; it's casual speech.

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I can't come to work, I was on a bender this weekend.
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