Meaning of the word sundowner in English
What does sundowner mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
sundowner
US /ˈsʌn.daʊ.nɚ/
UK /ˈsʌn.daʊ.nɚ/
Noun
1.
a person who drinks alcohol in the late afternoon or early evening, especially as a regular habit
Example:
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He's become quite the sundowner, always having a drink as the sun sets.
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The pub is full of sundowners enjoying happy hour.
2.
a person who wanders about, especially one who avoids work or settles in a new place without permission
Example:
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In the old West, a sundowner might be someone looking for work or trouble.
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The police warned the sundowners to leave the private property.
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