CultureJuly 4, 2026
bender
/ˈbɛndər/
Definition
A period of prolonged and excessive indulgence in alcohol or revelry.
Etymology
Originating in 19th-century British slang, 'bender' likely stems from the phrase 'to go on a bend,' suggesting the idea of 'bending the elbow' to lift a glass repeatedly. It evolved to refer specifically to an extended drinking bout.
In the news
In this review, the term is used to describe Kara Zor-El celebrating her birthday by going on an 'interstellar pub crawl' to drink heavily. It highlights her character's attempt to cope with her situation through escapism.
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