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alcohol
Definition
Alcohol is a type of chemical that can make people feel different, sometimes in a good way and sometimes in a bad way.
How can the word be used?
The doctor used an alcohol wipe to clean the patient's arm before giving her an injection.
Different forms of the word
Noun: alcohol.
Adjective: alcoholic.
Synonyms: liquor, spirit, wine, beer, brandy.
Antonyms: non-alcoholic.
Etymology
The word "alcohol" is derived from the Arabic word al-kuḥl (الكحل), which means "kohl". Kohl is a black powder made from antimony sulfide that was used as a cosmetic to darken the eyelids and eyebrows. The word "alcohol" was first used in English in the 14th century to refer to a type of distilled liquor.
Question
What can be some of the short-term effects of consuming alcohol?