boozy

the word 'boozy' is a straightforward english formation, combining the noun 'booze' with the productive adjectival suffix '-y'. the term 'booze' itself has a murky origin, likely entering english from middle dutch 'būsen', meaning 'to drink to excess'. this dutch term may have even earlier roots. the suffix '-y', from old english '-ig', is a common and ancient way to form adjectives indicating 'having the quality of' or 'full of'. thus, the literal construction 'full of booze' perfectly captures the modern meanings of smelling of alcohol or being prone to heavy drinking.

Structure: booze (alcoholic drink) + y (adjective suffix) booze (from middle english 'bousen', to drink heavily, likely from middle dutch 'būsen'); y (old english '-ig', adjective-forming suffix)