Advertisement

Advertisement

drunkometer

[ druhng-kom-i-ter ]

noun

  1. a device for measuring the amount of alcohol in a person's breath to determine the amount of alcohol in the bloodstream.


Discover More

Word History and Origins

Origin of drunkometer1

An Americanism dating back to 1930–35; drunk + -o- + -meter

Advertisement

Word of the Day

gallimaufry

[gal-uh-maw-free ]

Meaning and examples

Start each day with the Word of the Day in your inbox!

By clicking "Sign Up", you are accepting Dictionary.com Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policies.

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement


drunkendrunk tank