1 Increased amount of alcohol consumed because of increased tolerance; or, decrease in the effects of alcohol use without substantial increases in the amount consumed. 2  Reduced attention to personal and professional responsibilities.  Acknowledgement of side effects of medical complications from alcoholism.
Sitzprobe is a German term used in opera and musical theatre to describe a seated rehearsalâthe literal translation of Sitzprobeâwhere the singers sing with the orchestra, focusing attention on integrating the two groups. It is often the first rehearsal where the orchestra and singers rehearse together.
commented on the word Sitzfleisch. Sitzfleisch: a term used in chess to indicate winning by use of the glutei muscles -- the habit of remaining stolid in one's seat hour by hour, making moves that are sound but uninspired, until one's opponent blunders through boredom. Also known as ass power.