catch a buzz



catch a buzz

slang To become mildly intoxicated without becoming completely drunk. Primarily heard in US, South Africa. At my age I can't go out drinking all night long anymore, but I still like to catch a buzz on the weekend.
See also: buzz, catch

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
KyÖStiKUY-uus-teeFinnish
Madelon-Dutch
AlbinAHL-been (Polish) Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Polish, French, English, Slovene
Leary['li:ri]
TristanTRIS-tən (English), trees-TAWN (French)Welsh, English, French, Arthurian Romance
Alanaə-LAN-əEnglish