wet one's whistle

1.
North American EnglishBritish EnglishGeneral Englishinformalcolloquial
- To have a drink, especially an alcoholic beverage, in order to moisten the throat or relieve thirst.
- To take a brief drink before, during, or after an activity to refresh oneself.
2.
General Englishinformal
- To clear or moisten the throat in preparation for speaking or singing.

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