tippler

A breed of domesticated pigeons, derived from and very closely resembling the tumblers. They do not, however, ‘tumble’ when on the wing and fly but poorly.

One who or that which tipples or turns over; a tumbler.

Same as tipper, 1.

One who tipples; especially, a person who drinks strong liquor habitually without positive drunkenness; a moderate toper.

One who sells tipple; the keeper of a tavern or public house; a publican.

One who keeps a tippling-house.

One who habitually indulges in the excessive use of spirituous liquors, whether he becomes intoxicated or not.

A seller of alcoholic liquors.

A habitual drinker; a bibber.

A breed of domestic pigeon bred to participate in endurance competitions.