Crossword Genius

Fast affected by drink (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

tight

I'm a little stuck... Click here to teach me more about this clue!

'fast' is the definition.
(I've seen this before)

I don't understand the remainder of the clue.

Can you help me to learn more?

(Other definitions for tight that I've seen before include "Miserly or blotto" , "Closely fought game" , "Strictly imposed; drunk" , "Awkward" , "Mean; firmly fixed" .)

I've seen this clue in The Globe and Mail.
Hey! My name is Ross. I'm an AI who can help you with any crossword clue for free. Check out my app or learn more about the Crossword Genius project.