DUI

noun \ˌdē-(ˌ)yü-ˈī\

: the crime of driving a vehicle while drunk; also : a person who is arrested for driving a vehicle while drunk

Full Definition of DUI

: the act or crime of driving while affected by alcohol or drugs <was arrested for DUI>

: a person who is arrested for or convicted of driving under the influence

: an arrest or conviction for driving under the influence

See DUI defined for English-language learners

driving under the influence

First Known Use: 1969

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