Imbibes
I believe the answer is:
drinks
'imbibes' is the definition.
('drink' can be a synonym of 'imbibe')
This is the entire clue.
(Other definitions for drinks that I've seen before include "Beverages" , "they are to be swallowed" , "Consumes alcohol" , "Swallows liquids" , "Quaffs, imbibes" .)