alcohol use disorder

[ al-kuh-hawl yoos dis-awr-der, ‐hol ]

nounPathology, Psychiatry.
  1. a chronic relapsing disorder characterized by alcohol abuse or dependence, as compulsive use of alcoholic beverages, the development of physical or psychological symptoms upon reducing or ceasing intake, and decreased ability to function socially and professionally. Abbreviation: AUD

Origin of alcohol use disorder

1
First recorded in 1975–80

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