alcoholism
UK /ˈælkəhɒˌlɪzəm/US /ˈælkə(ˌ)hɔˌlɪzəm/
noun2
- A chronic disease caused by compulsive and uncontrollable consumption of alcoholic beverages, leading to addiction and deterioration in health and social functioning.
- He sought treatment for alcoholism at a rehabilitation clinic.
- Alcoholism can lead to serious health problems.
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alcoholisms