noun
A person who consumes alcohol excessively and regularly
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He was known among his colleagues as a hard drinker, often staying at the bar long after everyone else had left.
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My uncle is a hard drinker - he can outdrink anyone at family gatherings.
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I heard Jake is a real hard drinker, always partying till the early hours of the morning.
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Her love for adventure was like that of a hard drinker, always seeking the next thrill.