quaffing

English

Verb

quaffing

1. present participle and gerund of quaff

Noun

quaffing (plural quaffings)

1. The act by which something is quaffed; a drinking.
   • 1856, Proceedings of the Essex Institute, volumes 1-2, page 223:

     After sundry refreshments and bountiful quaffings of cold spring water, the various parties found themselves ensconced in the fine, airy room of the School house […]

Derived terms

• quaffing wine