Meaning of the word wino in English

What does wino mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

wino

US /ˈwaɪ.noʊ/
UK /ˈwaɪ.nəʊ/
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Noun

a person who drinks excessive amounts of cheap wine or other alcoholic beverages, especially one who is homeless or destitute

Example:
The old man, a known wino, was often seen sleeping on park benches.
She warned her son not to associate with the winos hanging around the liquor store.