Tosspot

/ˈtɔːspɑːt/
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Negative Connotation

Used disapprovingly to describe excessive drinkers, often carries a judgmental tone.

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He's turned into a real tosspot since the pub became his second home.
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Old-fashioned Usage

'Tosspot' is archaic, so it's rarely used in modern conversation, but may appear in historical contexts.

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In the old novel, the village tosspot stumbled home every evening.
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Avoid Formal Settings

The term is too informal and potentially offensive for professional or formal environments.

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Don't call your colleague a tosspot at work - it's highly inappropriate.
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