Al-Anon

American  

[al-uh-non] / ˈæl əˌnɒn /

noun

1. a support and discussion group for the relatives of people with alcohol use disorder, usually operated in conjunction with Alcoholics Anonymous.

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Al-Anon British  

/ ˈæləˌnɒn /

noun

1. an association for the families and friends of alcoholics to give mutual support

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Etymology

Origin of Al-Anon

First recorded in 1950–55; by shortening

Example Sentences

In the season finale, reminiscing about his brother at an Al-Anon meeting, he seems to hit on an answer: Sometimes our dreams are not ours alone, nor are they even our choice.

From New York Times • Dec. 26, 2022

Seehorn: And if you spent any time in Al-Anon, which I have, you know these wonderful survival skills when we were growing up have become obstacles as an adult.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 15, 2022

My point is that Al-Anon is not only for your sister.

From Washington Post • Feb. 8, 2022

If that sounds as daunting as trying to walk to the moon, consider attending a few Al-Anon meetings to see if you can find solidarity and support there.

From Slate • Oct. 31, 2020

Wilson later came up with the 12 steps that form the foundation of AA and an estimated 200 other programs, such as Al-Anon, Debtors Anonymous and Overeaters Anonymous, that have spun off from it.

From Washington Times • Oct. 11, 2020