Meaning of imbibe

im•bibe

1. to consume (liquids) by drinking; drink: He imbibed great quantities of iced tea.
2. to absorb or soak up, as water, light, or heat: Plants imbibe moisture from the soil.
3. to take or receive into the mind, as knowledge, ideas, or the like: to imbibe a sermon; to imbibe beautiful scenery.

1. to drink, esp. alcoholic beverages: Just a soft drink for me—I don't imbibe.
2. to absorb liquid or moisture.
3. to soak or saturate; imbue.