booze-up

[booz-uhp]

noun

Chiefly British.

1. a drinking spree.

booze-up

noun

1. slang,  a drinking spree

Word History and Origins

Origin of booze-up¹

First recorded in 1895–1900

Example Sentences

After the briefest of mentions right at the beginning, 'Our Lady’ makes way for the true purpose of the carol: a Tudor booze-up.

From Literature

But investors will not fund a booze-up; if a course fails to add value, students will be unable to raise enough cash to enroll.

From Economist

Festivities begin with a 7 p.m. red carpet and end with a midnight booze-up.

From New York Times

The local mayor insisted that he join him for a booze-up and a public execution.

From Economist

At the aftershow booze-up we chat to a local who can balance a spoon upright on her tongue.

From The Guardian