drinking age
The "drinking age" is a legal threshold that varies by country or region, determining when individuals can legally consume alcohol.
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Definition
B2Legal
(formal)The minimum age at which a person is legally allowed to purchase and consume alcoholic beverages.
Example
- The drinking age in many European countries is 18.
- In the United States, the drinking age is set at 21.
C1Poker
(slang)A starting hand consisting of a two and an ace in Texas hold 'em.
Example
- He was dealt a drinking age and decided to play aggressively.
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