Town drunk
Stock character; male in a small town who is drunk more often than sober / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The town drunk (also called a tavern fool) is a stock character, almost always male, who is drunk more often than sober.
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The town drunk is frequently depicted in a humorous light, often portrayed as a harmless and lovable character whose social failings stem from their excessive consumption of alcohol. However, some portrayals can be more nuanced, exploring the social and personal costs associated with alcoholism.